Michell Jenny’s Challah

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 11

Michell Jenny's fluffy and delicious Challah recipe

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

2 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

10-12

Calories

230

Sugar

Fat

Challah is a Jewish bread that is often eaten on the Sabbath, holidays, and special occasions. It's become more popular among non-Jewish communities in recent years and is commonly used in French toast recipes or as sandwich bread. This recipe was perfected by Michell Jenny, who wanted a fluffy and delicious Challah recipe to share with her family and friends. Her recipe incorporates honey for sweetness and butter for richness, making it irresistible.

Instructions

1.	Combine water, salt, honey, eggs, melted butter, flour, and yeast in a large bowl; stir until dough forms.
2.	Knead dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic, adding more flour if the dough is too sticky. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, for about 1 hour.
3.	Punch the dough lightly, knead briefly and shape it into a braid or round shape. Place the formed dough on a greased baking sheet and let it rise for another 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 375°F.
4.	Brush the egg glaze over the dough, sprinkle on desired toppings like sesame, poppy seeds, or cinnamon sugar. Bake until golden brown for about 25 minutes.

PROS

Challah is low in fat and a good source of carbohydrates.
It’s also customizable, with different braiding techniques and toppings for a unique look and taste.

CONS

This recipe calls for white flour, which is less nutritious than whole wheat flour.
Challah also contains gluten, which may not be suitable for those with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Challah recipe can be made with whole wheat flour to increase its fiber content and offer more nutrients than traditional white flour. The honey in this recipe can provide natural sweetness and antioxidants. Additionally, eggs in Challah contain protein and essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin D and choline.

	7/8 cup water
	1/2 tablespoon salt
	1/4 cup honey
	2 eggs
	1/4 cup butter , melted
	4 cups all-purpose flour
	2 teaspoons active dry yeast