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Amazing Challah Bread Recipe for Irresistible Delicious Moments

Amazing Challah Bread Recipe for Irresistible Family Moments

Experience the enchanting process of making your own bread with this Amazing Challah Bread Recipe for Irresistible Delicious Moments.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Jewish
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup Warm Water 110°F (43°C)
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with honey
  • 2 tablespoons Active Dry Yeast Check expiration date
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Do not substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt is a suitable substitute
  • 3 large Eggs Use flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with melted butter
Egg Wash Ingredients
  • 1 large Beaten Egg Optional for gloss

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking Sheet
  • towel
  • Oven

Method
 

Making the Bread
  1. In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and salt. Create a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and eggs. Stir until just combined.
  3. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Grease a bowl, place the dough inside, cover with a towel, and let it rise for about 1 hour.
  5. Punch down the dough, divide it into three strands, roll into ropes, and braid together.
  6. Place braided dough on a baking sheet, cover with a towel, let rise for another 30 minutes, preheat oven to 375°F, brush with beaten egg, and bake for 25-30 minutes.

Notes

Serve warm with a hint of butter for an added touch. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.