Best 2 Polish Egg Bread Recipes

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Polish egg bread, also known as chałka, is a sweet and delicious bread that is traditionally eaten during Easter and other holidays in Poland. It is characterized by its rich flavor, golden-brown crust, and soft, fluffy interior. If you're looking for a delicious and unique bread to try, Polish egg bread is a great choice. Here, we will provide you with a detailed recipe and instructions on how to make this delectable treat in the comfort of your own home.

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POLISH EGG BREAD



Polish Egg Bread image

This recipe came from a friend and it is fantastic. I was in Poland in August and enjoyed the bread there so I was glad when I received this recipe. Everyone asks me for the recipe.

Provided by BOBBIELLEN1

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes     Egg

Time 3h30m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 packages active dry yeast
2 cups lukewarm water, divided
1 quart whole milk
1 cup butter, cut into pieces
1 ½ cups superfine sugar
2 tablespoons salt
1 teaspoon salt
10 eggs, room temperature
5 pounds bread flour

Steps:

  • Dissolve yeast packages in 1 cup of warm water; set aside.
  • Bring milk to a boil. Remove from heat; add remaining 1 cup water, butter, and 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon of salt; stir until butter melts. Pour in sugar and stir until dissolved.
  • When milk mixture has cooled to lukewarm, stir in dissolved yeast.
  • In a separate bowl, beat eggs until combined. Whisk milk mixture into eggs. Gradually add 5 pounds of flour. Transfer dough to a floured work surface, and use a serrated knife to divide dough in half. Shape each half into a ball and place the dough in two large oiled bowls. Cover with greased plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Once risen, turn dough out onto a well-floured surface and divide into 6 equal portions. Shape the dough into balls. (Dough will be very sticky and soft at this point.) Keep the dough covered with greased plastic wrap while you divide one dough ball into 3 pieces. Shape the dough into three ropes, braid together, and place on a lightly greased baking sheet or parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining loaves. You should be able to fit two loaves per baking sheet.
  • Bake loaves in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until hollow-sounding when tapped on top. Let cool, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.7 calories, Carbohydrate 66.9 g, Cholesterol 81.2 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 651.4 mg, Sugar 11.8 g

POLISH EGG BREAD



POLISH EGG BREAD image

This recipe was given to me by a dear friend. I was glad when it was given it to me.

Provided by Eddie Jordan

Categories     Savory Breads

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 pkg active dry yeast
2 c lukewarm water divided by 2
1 qt whole milk scalded
1 c butter cut into pieces
7 tsp salt
10 whole eggs room tempature
5 lb all purpose flour sifted twice
1 1/2 c super fine sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Dissolve yeast packages in 1 cup of warm water. Rinse and dry a small saucepan to prevent milk from scorching and sticking when scalding.
  • 2. Bring milk to a boil reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and add remaining 1 cup warm water.butter, and salt stir to blend. Once cooled to lukewarm stir in dissolved yeast.
  • 3. In a separate bowl beat eggs until light and fluffy. Gradually stir eggs into milk mixture.
  • 4. Once blended add flour gradually until few or no lumps remain. Divide dough in half and let rise in a warm place 1 1/2 hours.
  • 5. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • 6. Once dough has risen turn dough out onto a well floured surface and dived into 6 equil portions ( dough will be vary sticky and soft at this point ).
  • 7. Divide each portion into 3 pieces braid together and place on a baking sheet
  • 8. Bake in a preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until hollow sounding when tapping on top. let cool , and enjoy.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best results.
  • Make sure your yeast is active before using it. To test, dissolve 1 teaspoon of sugar in 1/4 cup of warm water (110-115°F). Stir in 1 teaspoon of yeast and let stand for 5-10 minutes. If the yeast is active, it will foam up and bubble.
  • Knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes. This will help to develop the gluten in the flour, which will make the bread chewy and flavorful.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size, about 1 hour. This will give the yeast time to work and produce carbon dioxide, which will make the bread light and airy.
  • Bake the bread in a preheated oven until it is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 30-35 minutes.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing and serving. This will help to prevent it from tearing.

Conclusion:

Polish egg bread is a delicious and versatile bread that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is easy to make and can be customized with different flavors and fillings. Whether you are looking for a traditional Polish bread or a new and exciting recipe to try, Polish egg bread is a great option.

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