MINI CHALLAH

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There's nothing like the aroma of bread baking to warm heart and home. Served fresh from the oven or given as a gift, this pretty braided loaf from our Test Kitchen can bring a holiday feeling to any wintry meal!

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 1 loaf (8 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 teaspoons sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1-1/2 to 1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
TOPPING:
1 tablespoon beaten egg
1/4 teaspoon cold water
3/4 teaspoon sesame or poppy seeds, optional

Steps:

In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the oil, sugar, salt, egg and 1 cup flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a bowl coated with cooking spray, turning once to coat top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into thirds. Shape each portion into an 8-in. rope. Place ropes on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray and braid; pinch ends to seal and tuck under. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes., Beat egg and water; brush over braid. Sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds if desired. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 232mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.