Challah Bread
Directions
- 1In a mixing bowl, combine water and yeast. Stir and let sit for 5 minutes.
- 2Add flour, egg yolks, oil, sugar, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until combined.
- 3Mix the dough with a stand mixer for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4Divide the dough in half. Roll each half into a long rope.
- 5Braid the two ropes together. Place the braided dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 6Repeat steps 4 and 5 with the other half of the dough.
- 7Brush the braided loaves with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- 8Bake the loaves in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown.
- 9Let the challah cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Equipment
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