Best 4 Amazing Fast Rise Challah Bread One Small Loaf Recipes

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In the realm of Jewish cuisine, challah bread reigns supreme, a symbol of tradition, celebration, and delectable delight. This enriched bread, often braided into intricate patterns, holds a special place in Jewish culture, gracing the tables during joyous occasions and embodying the essence of Shabbat. Our culinary journey unveils two extraordinary variations of this beloved bread: the Amazing Fast-Rise Challah and the One Small Loaf Challah. Both recipes promise an exceptional sensory experience, catering to diverse preferences and skill levels.

The Amazing Fast-Rise Challah, as its name suggests, offers a convenient and time-saving approach to challah baking. This recipe utilizes active dry yeast, ensuring a swift rise that yields a tender and flavorful loaf in just a matter of hours. Its straightforward instructions make it an ideal choice for novice bakers or those pressed for time.

Alternatively, the One Small Loaf Challah presents a traditional and authentic method for creating a single, compact loaf of challah. This recipe employs a more extended rising process, allowing the dough to develop its full flavor and achieve an airy, light texture. While requiring a bit more patience, the result is a classic challah that embodies the essence of this cherished bread.

Whether you seek a swift and effortless baking experience or desire a traditional and time-honored approach, these recipes provide a perfect starting point for your challah-baking adventures. Embark on this culinary voyage and discover the joy of crafting this delectable bread, a testament to the enduring legacy of Jewish culinary traditions.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

MINI CHALLAH



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There's nothing like the aroma of bread baking to warm heart and home. Served fresh from the oven or given as a gift, this pretty braided loaf from our Test Kitchen can bring a holiday feeling to any wintry meal!

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 1 loaf (8 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 teaspoons sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1-1/2 to 1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
TOPPING:
1 tablespoon beaten egg
1/4 teaspoon cold water
3/4 teaspoon sesame or poppy seeds, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the oil, sugar, salt, egg and 1 cup 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 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 thirds. Shape each portion into an 8-in. rope. Place ropes on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray and braid; pinch ends to seal and tuck under. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes., Beat egg and water; brush over braid. Sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds if desired. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 232mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

AMAZING FAST RISE CHALLAH BREAD - ONE SMALL LOAF



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You can make a challah in under 2 hours using quick rise yeast. This recipe is for one small loaf of challah.

Provided by petlover

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 1h45m

Yield 1 challah

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup warm water
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons oil
1 egg
2 cups bread flour
1 1/2 teaspoons fast rising yeast
1 egg yolk

Steps:

  • Mix warm water, oil and egg together into a stand mixer bowl. Mix, with kneading hook, until blended.
  • Add salt, sugar, and yeast and flour ( small amount at a time). Mix with hook until a soft dough is formed. You may need to add a bit more warm water ( or more flour if needed). Check the dough, it should be soft and slightly sticky. It should easily form into a smooth ball. When the right consistency is reached, knead with hook for 6 minutes.
  • Take dough ball out and place into oiled bowl-turn it over so that the oil in on all sides. Cover with saran wrap and let rise until doubled ( about 30 minutes or more).
  • Punch down dough and divide into thirds. Roll each piece into a strand . Prepare cookie sheet with parchment paper. Place all three strands onto sheet and braid. Cover with saran wrap and let rise again until doubled ( about 30 minutes or more). In the mean time preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Brush top of braid with beaten egg yolk and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1508.5, Fat 52.5, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 352, Sodium 2415.7, Carbohydrate 219.3, Fiber 8.4, Sugar 26.1, Protein 37

MOST AMAZING CHALLAH



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I made up my own Challah that is amazing! I have tried countless combinations to finally get it right. It uses quick rise yeast to save you a bunch of time. Enjoy!

Provided by Palsar7

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes     Egg     Challah Recipes

Time 2h40m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 (.25 ounce) packages quick-rise yeast
4 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
2 tablespoons salt
¾ cup white sugar
1 cup pareve margarine, melted
4 eggs
12 cups bread flour, or as needed
1 egg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup sesame seeds, divided

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the yeast over the water in a large bowl, and stir gently to moisten the yeast. Stir in salt, sugar, margarine, and 4 eggs, and beat well. Gradually mix in the flour, 1 cup at a time, up to 12 cups, until the dough becomes slightly tacky but not wet. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, and knead until smooth and elastic, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Grease baking sheets, or line them with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Cut the bread dough into 4 equal-sized pieces (or 2 pieces to make 2 large loaves). Cut each piece into thirds for 3-strand braided loaves. 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 remaining loaves.
  • Place the loaves onto the prepared baking sheets, and let rise until double in size, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Whisk 1 egg with vanilla extract in a small bowl, and brush the loaves with the egg wash. Sprinkle each loaf with about 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the tops are shiny and golden brown, about 30 minutes. Let cool before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Cholesterol 29.1 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 515.2 mg, Sugar 5 g

SPICE & SPIRIT CHALLAH RECIPE -- ONE LOAF RECIPE



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Make and share this Spice & Spirit Challah Recipe -- One Loaf Recipe recipe from Food.com.

Provided by petlover

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 2h45m

Yield 1 challah

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (1/4 ounce) package yeast
1 1/4 cups warm water
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup oil
1/4 cup honey
2 eggs
3 1/2 cups bread flour, approximately
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon water

Steps:

  • Dissolve yeast in water in a large bowl. Add honey and let stand 2 minutes, until yeast foams. Add salt, oil, and eggs and mix well.
  • Gradually add flour, mixing after each addition. As mixture gets stiff, use floured hands and begin kneading. Knead for 7 minutes, turning dough over often.
  • Let rise in greased bowl until doubled in size, approximately 1 hour. Punch down dough.
  • Divide dough into thirds, shape as desired, and place in greased pans or on baking sheet. Let rise again until doubled in size.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Brush with glaze( egg yolk and water). Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour. .

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2707.2, Fat 91, SaturatedFat 14.7, Cholesterol 538, Sodium 2499.6, Carbohydrate 407.9, Fiber 13.9, Sugar 71.2, Protein 63.3

Tips:

  • Using active dry yeast: If you're using active dry yeast, it needs to be activated in warm water before adding it to the other ingredients. To activate the yeast, dissolve it in 1/4 cup of warm water (110-115°F) with a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes, until it becomes foamy.
  • Mixing the dough: Use a stand or hand mixer to mix the dough on low speed until it comes together and forms a ball. Then, increase the speed to medium and knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic.
  • Rising the dough: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
  • Shaping the challah: Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope and then braid them together. Place the braided challah on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
  • Baking the challah: Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake the challah for about 25-30 minutes, or until it is golden brown.

Conclusion:

This recipe for Amazing Fast Rise Challah Bread - One Small Loaf is perfect for those who don't have a lot of time to bake but still want to enjoy delicious, homemade challah. The dough comes together quickly and easily, and the bread bakes in just 30 minutes. The result is a soft, fluffy, and flavorful challah that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're serving it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this challah is sure to be a hit.

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