Low Sodium Challah Bread (Braided)

Total time3 hr 15 min

Prep time40 min

Cook time35 min

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Ingredients

12 servings

For the dough

2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 standard packet)
Fleischmann's Active Dry Yeast Original Signature SELECT Active Dry Yeast - 3-0.25 Oz Food Club Active Dry Yeast, Gluten Free Kroger Active Dry Yeast Fleischmann's - ACTIVE DRY YEAST 3PK
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1 tsp granulated sugar
1 cup warm water (105–110°f / 40–43°c)
4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 ½ tsp kosher salt
Chef's tip
Season to taste - salt substitutes can taste bitter in larger amounts, so start with less.
3 large eggs
⅓ cup neutral oil (such as vegetable oil or canola oil)

For the egg wash

1 large egg
1 tbsp water
1 tbsp sesame seeds or poppy seeds (optional)

Instructions

1
In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the yeast, 1 tsp sugar, and warm water. Stir briefly and let stand for 5–10 minutes, until foamy and fragrant.
2
Add the 3 eggs, oil, 1/4 cup sugar, and salt to the yeast mixture and whisk to combine. Add the flour and mix on low speed with the dough hook until a shaggy dough forms, about 2 minutes.

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