Description
Challah bread is a traditional Jewish bread, known for its soft texture and slightly sweet flavor.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 egg for egg wash
Instructions
- In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water.
- Add sugar, salt, oil, and eggs. Mix well.
- Gradually add flour, kneading until smooth.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Punch down the dough and divide it into three equal pieces.
- Braid the pieces together to form a loaf.
- Place on a baking sheet and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Brush with egg wash and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Let cool before slicing.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container.
- Best served fresh or toasted.
- You can add raisins or seeds for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Jewish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: challah bread, Jewish bread, braided bread