Best 5 Golden Braided Sesame Bread Recipes

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If you're seeking a golden treasure to tantalize your taste buds, look no further than the golden braided sesame bread. With its alluring crust adorned with sesame seeds, this bread is a feast for the eyes and the palate. Originating from Chinese culture and deeply rooted in Jewish tradition, the golden braided sesame bread, also known as "challah," symbolizes prosperity and abundance. Let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets behind crafting this delectable bread, uncovering the perfect recipe that will leave your family and friends spellbound.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GOLDEN BRAIDED SESAME BREAD



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"I've made this pretty braid for every celebration in our family for over 30 years. It makes a festive addition to a holiday meal. Everyone looks forward to its soft, fragrant, golden presence."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 1 loaf (32 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1-1/4 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
2 to 3 drops yellow food coloring
4-1/2 to 5 cups all-purpose flour
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon cold water
1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the oil, sugar, salt, eggs, food coloring and 3 cups flour. Beat on medium speed for 3 minutes. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky). , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a bowl coated with cooking spray, turning once to coat top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into fourths. Shape each portion into an 18-in. rope. Place ropes parallel to each other on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. , Beginning from the right side, braid dough by placing the first rope over the second rope, under the third and over the fourth. Repeat three or four times, beginning each time from the right side. Pinch ends to seal and tuck under. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes. , Beat egg yolk and cold water; brush over braid. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake at 350° 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pan to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 79mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

BRAIDED SESAME SEED BREAD



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This is the first bread I ever made when I was a kid. I consider it fail-proof, and it's very good. Preparation time doesn't include rising time.

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 1h30m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups hot milk
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 cup butter
5 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water
2 eggs
6 1/2 cups flour
1 egg
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons sesame seeds or 2 tablespoons poppy seeds

Steps:

  • Into hot milk, stir sugar, salt, and 1/2 cup butter.
  • Cool to lukewarm.
  • Sprinkle yeast over warm water in bowl.
  • Stir to dissolve.
  • Stir in lukewarm milk mixture.
  • Add 2 eggs and 3 cups flour and beat at high speed for 2 minutes.
  • With a wooden spoon gradually beat in 3 1/2 cups flour and mix with hand until dough is stiff enough to leave the side of the bowl.
  • Knead for 10 minutes or until elastic.
  • Place dough in lightly greased large bowl.
  • Turn dough over to bring up greased side.
  • Cover with towel and let rise for 1 1/2 hours in warm place.
  • Divide dough in half and cut each half into thirds.
  • Roll each third into 26" long strips.
  • Braid three strips and pinch ends together.
  • On a large greased cookie sheet, form braid into a ring (6 inches in diameter).
  • Mix egg with 2 tablespoons water and brush top.
  • Brush with 2 tablespoons melted butter.
  • Let rise 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • Brush with rest of egg mixture and put sesame or poppy seeds on top.
  • Bake 45 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 478.5, Fat 16.1, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 99.1, Sodium 821.4, Carbohydrate 70, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 5.3, Protein 12.7

SESAME ONION BRAID



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Convenient onion soup mix gives this stunning braided loaf mild onion flavor. It's even more delicious spread with Caramelized Onion butter. As a music professor/conductor, I sometimes share this treat with my musicians to give us all an energy boost! -Patrice Stribling Donald, Edwardsville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 loaves (2/3 cup butter).

Number Of Ingredients 20

6-1/2 to 6-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
2 teaspoons salt
1 cup sour cream
1-1/4 cups water, divided
2 large eggs
1 envelope onion soup mix
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
GLAZE:
1 large egg
1 tablespoon cold water
3 tablespoons sesame seeds
CARAMELIZED ONION BUTTER:
1 tablespoon diced onion
6 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
1 garlic clove, minced
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 5 cups flour, sugar, yeast and salt. In a small saucepan, heat the sour cream, and 1/4 cup water to 120°-130°; add to dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Add 2 eggs, soup mix, butter, baking soda. remaining warm water and 1/2 cup flour; beat 2 minutes longer. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a firm dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place dough in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into six portions. Shape each into a 15-in. rope. Place three ropes on a greased baking sheet; braid. Pinch ends to seal; tuck under. Repeat. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour. , Beat egg and cold water; brush over dough. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown., In large skillet, saute onion in 1 tablespoon butter until golden brown. Add garlic; cook 1-2 minutes longer or until garlic is tender. , In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, onion mixture, parsley and remaining butter until creamy. Serve with bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 282mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

GOLDEN SESAME BRAID



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Our daughter won a blue ribbon at the state fair when she submitted this delicious bread. People always comment on the crisp crust and tender inside.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 55m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
½ cup warm water (110 degrees F to 115 degrees F)
1 ½ cups warm milk (110 to 115 degrees F)
¼ cup shortening
¼ cup sugar
1 tablespoon salt
4 large eggs eggs
7 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon cold water
2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, shortening, sugar, salt, 3 eggs and 4 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 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. Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide in half. Divide each portion into thirds. Shape each piece into a 12-in. rope. Place three ropes on a greased baking pan; braid. Pinch ends to seal and tuck under. Repeat with remaining dough. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes. Beat remaining egg and cold water; brush over braids. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.9 calories, Carbohydrate 23.3 g, Cholesterol 24.2 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 196.8 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

ITALIAN SESAME BREAD



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Crunchy and redolent of toasted sesame, this loaf is a great accompaniment to your favorite Italian feast. From King Arthur. Adding 1 tablespoon King Arthur Easy-Roll Dough Improver is optional, but helpful.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 3h25m

Yield 1 14 inch braid

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 3/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour or 3 3/4 cups european-style artisan bread flour
2 teaspoons instant yeast
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup water (plus 2 - 4 tablespoons water)
3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds or 3 tablespoons whole flax seeds, golden preferred
1 beaten egg white

Steps:

  • Mix and knead all of the dough ingredients by hand, mixer, bread machine or food processor until you've made a smooth, elastic dough. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, turn to coat, cover, and allow it to rise for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  • Gently deflate the dough, and divide it into three equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 20-inch log, tapering the ends slightly. Place the logs on a lightly greased or parchment lined baking sheet. Braid them loosely; pinch the ends together, and tuck them under.
  • Brush some of the beaten egg white over the braid; reserving the remainder. Cover the braid and allow it to rise for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, until it's almost doubled in size.
  • Preheat your oven to 400° degrees. Brush the braid again with some of the remaining egg white and sprinkle with the sesame seeds. Bake the braid for 20 to 25 minutes, until it's golden brown. (Tent it lightly with aluminum foil after 15 minutes, if it appears to be browning too quickly.).
  • Remove the braid from the oven, and cool it on a wire rack.

Tips:

  • Make sure to use fresh yeast for the best results.
  • If you don't have a bread machine, you can knead the dough by hand for about 10 minutes.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place for about an hour, or until it has doubled in size.
  • When braiding the dough, make sure to tuck the ends under to prevent them from coming undone.
  • Bake the bread in a preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until it is golden brown.
  • Let the bread cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Golden braided sesame bread is a delicious and easy-to-make bread that is perfect for any occasion. It is soft and fluffy on the inside, with a crispy sesame seed crust on the outside. This bread is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or just eating plain. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced baker, this recipe is sure to impress. So next time you are looking for a new bread recipe to try, give golden braided sesame bread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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