Braided Challah Bread Bread Machine

Elevate your baking game with this Braided Challah Bread recipe, specially designed for the convenience of a bread machine. This soft, golden loaf boasts a rich, slightly sweet flavor thanks to ingredients like honey and a delicate egg wash finish. The bread machine does all the heavy lifting, mixing and rising the dough to perfection, leaving you with the simple joy of braiding and baking. A sprinkle of poppy or sesame seeds adds a delightful finishing touch, making this bread not only irresistibly delicious but also visually stunning. Perfect for festive occasions, family dinners, or your next brunch spread, this challah is a show-stopping centerpiece that blends tradition with ease.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:150 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1 cup Warm water
• 0.25 cup Honey
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 large Eggs
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 large Egg yolk
• 1 tablespoon Water (for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon Poppy seeds or sesame seeds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In the bread machine pan, add the warm water, honey, vegetable oil, beaten eggs, salt, all-purpose flour, and active dry yeast in the order recommended by the manufacturer.

Step 2

Set the bread machine to the 'Dough' cycle and start it. This typically takes between 1.5 and 2 hours, allowing the dough to knead and rise properly.

Step 3

Once the dough cycle is complete, remove the dough from the machine and place it onto a lightly floured surface.

Step 4

Divide the dough into three equal pieces and roll each piece into a long, even rope, approximately 12-15 inches in length.

Step 5

Pinch the ends of the ropes together at one end and braid them loosely, ensuring the braiding is even. Pinch the other ends together to secure the braid.

Step 6

Place the braided dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover it lightly with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise for 30-40 minutes or until it has doubled in size.

Step 7

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and 1 tablespoon of water to make an egg wash. Brush the top of the risen dough generously with the egg wash.

Step 9

Sprinkle the top with poppy seeds or sesame seeds if desired.

Step 10

Bake the loaf in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 11

Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(983.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2640.7

Total Fat 74.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.6g
Cholesterol 556.5mg	0%
Sodium 166.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 421.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 51.1g
Protein 69.4g	0%

Vitamin D 100.2IU	0%
Calcium 267.0mg	0%
Iron 26.9mg	0%
Potassium 903.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.5%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 64.0%