Challah Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Challah
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast; 1 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0); 1/2 cup canola oil; 1/3 cup sugar; 1 tablespoon salt; 4 large eggs, room temperature; 6 to 6-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon cold water; 1 tablespoon sesame or poppy seeds, optional

Servings: persons

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0)
1/2 cup canola oil
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon salt
4 large eggs, room temperature
6 to 6-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 large egg
1 teaspoon cold water
1 tablespoon sesame or poppy seeds, optional

1
In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the oil, sugar, salt, eggs and 4 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a firm dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
2
Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide in half. Divide each portion into thirds. Shape each piece into a 15-in. rope.
3
Place three ropes on a greased
4
and braid; pinch ends to seal and tuck under. Repeat with remaining dough. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
5
Beat egg and cold water; brush over braids. Sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds if desired. Bake at 350u00b0 until golden brown, 30-40 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.

1076

kcal

Calories

Fat

133

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast, 1 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0), 1/2 cup canola oil, 1/3 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Challah falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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