Challah in a Hurry

Do not wait a moment longer than you must: Quick-rise yeast hastens the process in this ultra-rich and sweet egg bread.

• Preparation Time: 25 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 91 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 1 cup margarine, melted
• 3 egg, beaten
• 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
• 0.75 cup white sugar
• 1.5 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
• 4.5 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 7.5 cups bread flour

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 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.

Step 5

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