Flower Pot Challah Bread

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 15

Tasty Flower Pot Challah Bread for your breakfast or brunch

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

25 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

2 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

240

Sugar

Fat

Challah is a traditional Jewish bread made for Shabbat and other holidays. The Flower Pot Challah Bread is a unique and beautiful twist on the classic bread that is sure to impress your guests. The bread is dense and slightly sweet, with a beautiful golden crust and a soft interior. It is often served sliced, with butter or honey, and is perfect for breakfast or brunch. The flower pot shape adds an extra element of fun to the bread and makes for a memorable presentation.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a flower pot with vegetable oil.
2.	In a large bowl, mix together warm water, margarine, flour, yeast, sugar, salt, eggs, and vegetable oil until well combined.
3.	Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.
4.	Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
5.	Punch the dough down and shape it into a flower pot by forming a round base and tapering it towards the top of the pot.
6.	Brush the top of the dough with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
7.	Bake the flower pot in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown.
8.	Let the bread cool in the pot for 10 minutes before serving.

PROS

The Flower Pot Challah Bread is a beautiful centerpiece for your table, perfect for special occasions or weekend brunches.

The dough is easy to work with and the bread is delicious served warm with honey or butter.

CONS

The bread takes some time to prepare due to the rising time.

It is also higher in calories and carbohydrates than other types of bread, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although the Flower Pot Challah Bread is not particularly healthy, it does contain some nutrients.
The eggs and flour provide protein, while the margarine adds some healthy fats to the bread.
However, it is still a high-calorie, high-carb food and should be included in a balanced diet in moderation.

	1 1/2 cups warm water
	1/2 cup margarine
	6 cups all-purpose flour
	2 tablespoons active dry yeast
	1/2 cup white sugar
	2 teaspoons salt
	3 eggs
	1 tablespoon vegetable oil