HONEY WHOLE WHEAT CHALLAH
Challah, the delicious and beautiful braided bread traditionally served at the Friday night Jewish Sabbath meal, is made with the addition of whole wheat, and sweetened with honey. This slow-rise recipe is designed for flexibility, so split-second timing isn't necessary. This is a wonderful bread for a first-time breadmaker. Braid with a 3 or 4-strand braid, and sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds.
Provided by Bobbie Kramer
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes Egg Challah Recipes
Time 3h45m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix yeast, warm water and 1 cup of bread flour into a thin batter, and let stand until the mixture shows frothy bubbles, about 10 minutes. Stir in vegetable oil, honey, 3 eggs, and salt until well combined. Beat in 2 more cups of bread flour and the whole wheat flour, alternating flours by cupfuls, until the dough is too stiff to stir in more flour.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, and knead until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes, adding more flour if needed to form a slightly sticky dough. Form the dough into a round shape. Lightly oil a bowl, place the dough in the bowl, and turn the dough over a few times to oil the surface. Cover the bowl with a plastic bag, and let rise in a warm, draft-free place until doubled, 1 to 2 hours.
- Punch down the dough, knead it a few times to remove some of the bubbles, and cut it into 3 equal-sized pieces. Cut the first piece into 3 equal parts. Set the rest of the dough aside under a cloth to prevent drying out while you braid the first loaf.
- Working on a floured surface, roll the small dough pieces into ropes about the thickness of your thumb and about 12 inches long. Ropes should be fatter in the middle and thinner at the ends. Pinch 3 ropes together at the top and braid them. Starting with the strand to the right, move it to the left over the middle strand (that strand becomes the new middle strand.) Take the strand farthest to the left, and move it over the new middle strand. Continue braiding, alternating sides each time, until the loaf is braided, and pinch the ends together and fold them underneath for a neat look. Repeat for the other 2 loaves, place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and let rise until doubled, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Beat 1 egg with 1 teaspoon of water in a small bowl, and brush the egg mixture over the braided challah loaves. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the tops are a deep golden brown and the loaves sound hollow when tapped on the bottom, about 40 minutes. Cool on a rack before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.2 calories, Carbohydrate 31.5 g, Cholesterol 41.3 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 276.8 mg, Sugar 5.4 g
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Dayle micallef
[email protected]This honey whole wheat challah is a delicious and versatile bread that can be used for a variety of purposes. It's perfect for sandwiches, French toast, croutons, bread pudding, and cinnamon rolls.
ShariQ HUSain
[email protected]I've made this challah several times now and it's always a hit! It's the perfect bread for any occasion, from a simple family dinner to a special holiday meal.
Louranc Razor
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort! The challah turned out beautifully and was so delicious. I especially loved the crispy crust and the soft, fluffy interior.
Muliisa Henry
[email protected]This challah is a great make-ahead breakfast or brunch option. I made it the night before and it was still fresh and delicious the next morning. I also love that it's a healthier choice than traditional white challah.
Shan Shan
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The challah turned out amazing! It was light and fluffy, with a perfect golden brown crust. The honey and whole wheat flour gave the bread a delicious flavor that was both
MD ALAMIN ISLAM
[email protected]This honey whole wheat challah is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional white challah. The bread is packed with fiber and has a slightly sweet flavor that makes it perfect for breakfast or brunch. I also love that it's made with whole wh
Josh Camry
[email protected]I'm not much of a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the challah turned out great! The bread was soft and fluffy on the inside and had a nice crispy crust on the outside. I'll definitely be making this again.
Ibrah Cadabra
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The challah turned out beautifully and was so delicious. I loved the addition of honey and whole wheat flour, which gave the bread a slightly sweet and nutty flavor. I will definitely be making this again soon.
Kavishka Kalhara
[email protected]I've been making this honey whole wheat challah for years and it's always a hit! The bread is light and fluffy with a beautiful golden brown crust. It's the perfect bread for any occasion, from a simple family dinner to a special holiday meal.
Farooque Farooquejatoi
[email protected]This honey whole wheat challah is a delicious and easy-to-make bread. It has a slightly sweet and nutty flavor that pairs well with both sweet and savory dishes. I used it to make sandwiches and French toast, and it was perfect for both. The bread is