Speedy Challah Recipe – No Time to Waste!

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 45 mins
Servings:
30
Yield:
2 braided loaves

Ingredients

  • 1 ½cupswarm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)

  • 1cupmargarine, melted

  • ¾cupwhite sugar

  • 3egg, beaten

  • 4 ½teaspoonsactive dry yeast

  • 1teaspoonsalt

  • 7 ½cupsbread flour

  • 1egg, beaten

  • 2tablespoonspoppy seeds (Optional)

  • 2tablespoonssesame seeds (Optional)

Cooking Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, blend together warm water, melted margarine, sugar, and 3 beaten eggs.

  2. In a large bowl, mix together yeast, salt, and 7 cups of flour. Gradually stir in liquid ingredients, and mix until dough holds together.

  3. Knead dough on a floured surface with remaining flour until smooth.

  4. Split dough into 2 large pieces. Split 2 large pieces into 3 pieces each. Roll each third into a rope 3/4 inch thick and braid 3 strands together. Repeat. Place shaped dough onto greased cookie sheets. Brush dough with remaining beaten egg. Add poppy or sesame seeds, if desired. Let rise in a warm place until doubled in size.

  5. Bake in a preheated 325-degree F (165-degrees C) oven for 20 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe30
Calories91
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
7g
9%
Saturated Fat
1g
7%
Cholesterol
25mg
8%
Sodium
157mg
7%
Total Carbohydrate
6g
2%
Dietary Fiber
0g
1%
Total Sugars
5g
Protein
1g
3%
Calcium
20mg
2%
Iron
0mg
2%
Potassium
31mg
1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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