100% Whole Wheat Challah Recipe

Name: 100% Whole Wheat Challah
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet); 3/4 cup warm water; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 1/4 cups 100% whole wheat bread flour like Community Grains Hard Red Winter Wheat; 2 cups 100% whole wheat pastry or lower protein flour like Community Grains Hard White Winter Wheat; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 large eggs; 1/4 cup canola; 1/4 cup honey; egg wash: 1 egg beaten a pinch of salt; Optional: raisins, poppy seeds, or sesame seeds

Servings: persons

2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
3/4 cup warm water
1 teaspoon sugar
1 1/4 cups 100% whole wheat bread flour like Community Grains Hard Red Winter Wheat
2 cups 100% whole wheat pastry or lower protein flour like Community Grains Hard White Winter Wheat
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 large eggs
1/4 cup canola
1/4 cup honey
egg wash: 1 egg beaten a pinch of salt
Optional: raisins, poppy seeds, or sesame seeds

1
In a medium bowl combine the yeast, warm water, and sugar and stir with a rubber spatula. Let sit until foamy.
2
In large bowl combine the flour, salt, and raisins (if using).
3
Whisk the eggs, oil, and honey in with the yeast and water.
4
Pour the wet ingredients into the flour. Using a rubber spatula stir until it becomes too thick. Using one hand, begin forming into a ball and then begin kneading. Dust with a small handful of flour when the dough begins to stick. You may need to do this 2 or 3 times. Knead until the dough becomes smooth and shiny, should be about 10 minutes.
5
Cover the dough with a thin layer of olive oil and cover with a towel. Let the dough rise in a warm spot for 2-3 hours and has doubled in size.
6
After the 2-3 hours, turn your oven onto 375u00b0F. Line a baking sheet (or two if you're making 2 small loaves) with parchment paper. Turn your dough out onto a lightly floured work surface. There are many different Challah braiding techniques. I suggest searching for your favorite online and following a photo or video tutorial. The one pictured above is a 4-stranded, round Challah.
7
Brush your loaf or loaves with the egg wash and sprinkle with optional toppings. Cover with plastic wrap until the oven is ready. Bake Challah for 25 minutes or until dark golden brown. Place on cooling rack for 15-20 minutes and serve. Store in an airtight bag or wrap in foil for up to 5 days.

476

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet), 3/4 cup warm water, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 1/4 cups 100% whole wheat bread flour like Community Grains Hard Red Winter Wheat, and more.

Yes, 100% Whole Wheat Challah falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

100% Whole Wheat Challah

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