High-Altitude Challah

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Dissolve ½ teaspoon sugar and yeast in warm water in a measuring cup. Let stand until the yeast dissolves and starts to foam, 5 to 10 minutes.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Beat 2 eggs in a large bowl. Put egg yolks in a measuring cup; add enough milk to equal ⅓ cup (including yolks). Add yolk mixture to beaten eggs; stir in yeast mixture, butter, salt and remaining 2 tablespoons plus 2 ½ teaspoons sugar. Gradually mix in flour until dough is firm enough to handle.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Turn dough out onto a floured surface; knead until it does not stick to your hands. You will probably use more flour while kneading. Place dough in a large lightly-oiled bowl and turn to coat. Cover and let rise until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Cut dough into 3 or 4 even portions; roll into long ropes. Braid ropes and tuck ends under. Place loaf on a baking sheet and cover loosely with plastic wrap. Set in a warm place to rise. Bread is ready to bake when your finger leaves an impression in the dough when pressed.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).'}

6. 6

   {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Whisk remaining 1 egg in a cup with a fork; brush onto loaf. This will give the bread a lovely golden color and delicious crust.'}

7. 7

   {'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Bake in the preheated oven until golden and loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom, about 35 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (14 servings total)