Description

A nice change, still sweet and special. Makes 4-6 loaves.

Ingredients

2 packages (2 rounded teaspoons) dry yeast
1 teaspoon sugar
2 cups lukewarm water
½ cup honey
½ cup sugar
1 egg
2 tablespoons oil
2-1/2 cups whole wheat flour
3-1/2 – 4 cups bread flour
1 egg white mixed with 1 tablespoon water

Preparation

Place yeast in a large bowl and sprinkle sugar on top. Pour water over and allow to proof (5 – 10 minutes). Whisk in honey, sugar, egg and oil. Stir in whole wheat flour, then bread flour, and adding extra if dough is still sticky. Knead until smooth. Roll in oiled bowl and cover with damp cloth. Allow to rise for 2 hours. Punch down and shape. Cover and allow to rise for another hour. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Brush with egg wash, if desired and sprinkle with sesame, poppy or sunflower seeds if desired. Bake for approximately 40 minutes, until challah is golden and sounds hollow when tapped. Remove to racks to cool.

Tags: BREADS

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