Breads

Fluffiest Challah Bread (aka Swiss Zopf)

July 31, 2017

Have you ever made homemade Challah bread? It's a challenge, but so worth it. The ingredient list is pretty short and simple, and once you get the hang of the technique it's easy to put together. This is not a traditional Jewish recipe, but an authentic Swiss Zopf. The slightly sweet braid is perfect for breakfast and brunch, you can shape it into one big loaf or into small rolls.

1/2 stick butter
1 1/4 cups whole milk
2 tablespoons fine caster sugar
1 packet dry active yeast
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt
1 egg beaten
poppy seeds for sprinkling (optional)

Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the milk and sugar. Place the dried yeast into a small bowl and add three tablespoons of the milk mixture. Stir well, cover losely and let...
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Nutritions

Calories
183

Sodium
18mg
0% DV

Fat
6g
9% DV

Protein
3g
7% DV

Carbs
25g
8% DV

Fiber
1g
4% DV

PER SERVING ^*

% DAILY VALUE^*

Fat

Saturated Fat 4g 21%

Polysaturated Fat 0.41g 2%

Monosaturated Fat 1g 11%

Cholesterol 18mg 6%

Sodium 18mg 0%

Potassium 65mg 1%

Protein 3g 7%

% DAILY VALUE^*

Total Carbohydrate

Fiber 1g 4%

Sugar 1g 3%

Vitamin A 225IU 4%

Vitamin B6 0.03mg 1%

Vitamin C 0.6mg 1%

Calcium 31mg 3%

Iron 1mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Fluffiest Challah Bread (aka Swiss Zopf)

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