Chalka — Polish Egg Bread

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 12
Chalka - A Delicious Polish Egg Bread Recipe
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Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

2 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine , melted
1 cup sugar ( or less , to taste )
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 packages active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water
2 eggs , plus
1 egg , beaten for glazing ( room temperature works best )
5 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup golden raisin ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2 loaves (16 servings)
Calories
250 per serving
Sugar
8g per serving
Fat
5g per serving
Chalka is a traditional Polish Easter bread, typically enjoyed on Easter Sunday with family and friends. It is a soft and slightly sweet bread that is perfect for breakfast or brunch. The golden raisins add a delicious sweetness and chewy texture to the bread, which pairs well with savory breakfast items like eggs and bacon. This recipe makes two loaves, so you can enjoy one immediately and freeze the other for later.

Instructions

1.In a mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, melted butter, sugar, and salt.
2.In a separate bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water, then add it to the mixing bowl.
3.Beat in the 2 eggs, then add the flour, 1 cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough is formed.
4.Knead the dough for 10 minutes, then sprinkle in the raisins (if using) and continue kneading until they are evenly dispersed throughout the dough.
5.Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover with a clean dish towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
6.Punch down the dough, then divide it into two equal parts and shape each into a loaf.
7.Place the loaves in greased bread pans, cover with the dish towel, and let them rise for an additional 30 minutes.
8.Brush the beaten egg over the loaves, then bake at 350°F for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown.

PROS

Chalka is a soft and slightly sweet bread, great for breakfast or brunch.

The raisins add a delicious sweetness and chewy texture to the bread.

CONS

This bread is not gluten-free, so it cannot be enjoyed by those with gluten intolerance or celiac disease.

It is also high in carbohydrates, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Whole milk, eggs, and raisins are all good sources of protein, vitamins, and minerals.
This bread also provides energy in the form of carbohydrates for an active lifestyle.

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