HIGH-ALTITUDE CHALLAH

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I make this challah for my family and family gatherings in Colorado, and it turns out beautifully each time. I hope you enjoy it as much as my family does! If you'd like, sprinkle poppy or sesame seeds before baking, but we never do.

Provided by greeny4444

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes     Egg     Challah Recipes

Time 3h20m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
3 tablespoons white sugar, divided
2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
2 eggs
2 egg yolks
¼ cup milk, or as needed
¼ cup butter or margarine, melted
1 ½ teaspoons salt
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 egg

Steps:

  • Combine the warm water, 1/2 teaspoon of sugar and the yeast in a measuring cup. Let stand until the yeast dissolves and starts to foam, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, beat 2 eggs. Put the egg yolks in a measuring cup and add enough milk to equal 1/3 cup with the yolks in it. Pour this in with the eggs and then stir in the yeast mixture, butter, salt and remaining sugar. Gradually mix in the flour until the dough is firm enough to handle. Knead the dough on a floured surface until the dough does not stick to your hands. You will probably use more flour while kneading. Place the dough into an oiled bowl and turn to coat. Cover and let rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  • Cut the dough into 3 or 4 even portions and roll into long ropes. Braid and tuck the ends under. Place the loaf on a baking sheet and cover loosely with plastic wrap. Set in a warm place to rise. Bread is ready to bake when your finger leaves an impression in the dough.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Whisk the remaining egg in a cup with a fork. Brush onto the loaf. This will give the bread a lovely golden color and delicious crust.
  • Bake until the loaf is golden and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom, about 35 minutes. Remove from the baking sheet and cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 78.2 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 291.8 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

Tortle
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This challah is the best! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love the high altitude adjustments.


Oluchi Esther2625
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This challah is absolutely delicious! I've never had anything like it before. It's so soft and fluffy, and the flavor is amazing.


Vet sammy Mwaura m Jnr
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good high altitude challah recipe for a long time. This one is perfect!


roharess Showrif
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This challah is a game-changer! It's so easy to make and it tastes incredible. I've already shared the recipe with all my friends.


Andrii Artemenko
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I love this challah! It's the perfect bread for any occasion. I've made it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and it's always delicious.


hasan mia
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This challah is amazing! It's so soft and fluffy, and the flavor is perfect. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.


Katy Duarte
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This recipe is a keeper! The challah was beautiful and delicious. I'm so happy I found it. Thank you for sharing!


Hassan Memon
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I followed the recipe exactly and the challah turned out perfectly. It was so good that I ate the whole loaf in one sitting! :)


amahler “nandipha” Shelembe
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This challah is the best I've ever had! It's so soft and fluffy, and the flavor is amazing. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Brogan Caseday
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good high altitude challah recipe for ages. This one is easy to follow and the bread turns out amazing. It's the perfect bread for any occasion.


Eva Luscious
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This challah is delicious! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfect. The high altitude adjustments make a big difference, and the bread is always light and fluffy.