Nitrate & Nitrite Free Challah Bread (Braided)
Total time3 hr 15 min
Prep time40 min
Cook time35 min
4.6(13)
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12 servings
For the dough
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 standard packet)
- 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
- 3 large eggs
- ⅓ cup neutral oil (such as vegetable 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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