Challah Bread(Easter Bread) Recipe

Name: Challah Bread(Easter Bread)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 3/4 c. all-purpose flour; 1 pkg. quick active yeast; 2 Tbsp. sugar; 1 tsp. salt; 3/4 c. water; 1 Tbsp. veggie oil; 1 large egg; 1 egg yolk; 2 Tbsp. cold water; vegetable oil; poppy seeds (optional)

Servings: persons

2 3/4 c. all-purpose flour
1 pkg. quick active yeast
2 Tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
3/4 c. water
1 Tbsp. veggie oil
1 large egg
1 egg yolk
2 Tbsp. cold water
vegetable oil
poppy seeds (optional)

1
Mix 1 1/4 cups flour, the yeast, sugar and salt.
2
Heat water and 1 tablespoon oil until very warm.
3
Add to flour mixture.
4
Beat 1 minute.
5
Beat in egg until smooth.
6
Stir in flour to make dough easy to handle.
7
Turn dough onto floured surface.
8
Knead 5 minutes.
9
Place in greased bowl.
10
Cover and let rise 1 1/2 to 2 hours until doubled.
11
Grease cookie sheet.
12
Punch down dough and divide into 3 parts.
13
Roll into a 14-inch long rope.
14
Place on cookie sheet and braid loosely.
15
Do not stretch.
16
Form a wreath and secure ends.
17
Brush with oil.
18
Cover and let double about 40 to 50 minutes.
19
Heat oven to 375u00b0.
20
Mix egg yolk and 2 tablespoons water.
21
Brush over braid.
22
Sprinkle with poppy seeds.
23
Bake 25 to 30 minutes.
24
Brown lightly.
25
Remove from sheet to cool on rack. Place colored easter eggs in center for festive gift or centerpiece.

734

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 3/4 c. all-purpose flour, 1 pkg. quick active yeast, 2 Tbsp. sugar, 1 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, Challah Bread(Easter Bread) falls under the Vegetarian 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.

Challah Bread(Easter Bread)

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