Vegan Challah

Challah bread deserves to be enjoyed by everyone!

That being said, I’m coming through with this Vegan-Friendly Challah Recipe perfect for anyone who needs a vegan or dairy-free version of the classic Jewish treat. This recipe for Vegan Challah will give you egg-free bread to enjoy with whatever filling you like!

What is Challah? Challah is a loaf of bread, typically and traditionally baked to celebrate the Jewish sabbath.

Scroll down below for the full details for my simple and easy Vegan Challah Recipe!

Vegan Challah

Author: Micah Siva

Makes 2 large Challahs

• 1 package instant yeast
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 cup lukewarm water, divided
• 1, 14oz can corn, liquid reserved (makes ½ cup liquid)
• 2 large eggs
• 1 egg yolk
• ¼ cup honey
• ⅓ cup olive oil
• ¾ cup cornmeal
• 2 tsp sea salt
• 5 -6 cups all purpose flour
• Egg wash:
  – 1 egg
  – 2 tbsp water
  – Sesame seeds, optional

Preparation:

1. Combine yeast, sugar, and ½ cup water in a bowl of a stand mixer. Let sit for 5-10 minutes, or until the yeast starts to foam or “bloom”. **if the yeast does not bloom, you may need to get fresher yeast**
2. Add remaining water, sugar, olive oil, and tahini, mixing on low to combine. Replace the paddle for the dough hook.
3. Add flour and salt, one cup at a time, mix on low using the dough hook. Knead the dough until smooth and no longer sticky, adding more flour as needed. Transfer to a clean, oiled bowl. Cover with a clean, damp towel, and let rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
4. Preheat the oven to 350F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
5. Divide dough into 4 even pieces and braid.
6. Cover, and let rise for 20 minutes.
7. Combine maple syrup and milk, brush the dough with the mixture.
8. Bake for 40-45 minutes, turning halfway through.
9. Enjoy!
   

   Vegan Challah

   Vegan-Friendly and dairy-free version of the classic Jewish treat!

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   Course Snack

   Servings 2 large Challahs

   Ingredients

     

   • 1 package instant yeast
   • 2 tbsp sugar + 1/4 cup sugar
   • 1 cup lukewarm water, divided
   • 1/3 cup olive oil
   • 1 1/2 tbsp tahini
   • 4-5 cups all purpose flour
   • 1 tsp sea salt
   • 1 tbsp maple syrup To glaze
   • 1 tbsp vegan milk To glaze

   Instructions

    

   • Combine yeast, sugar, and ½ cup water in a bowl of a stand mixer. Let sit for 5-10 minutes, or until the yeast starts to foam or “bloom”. **if the yeast does not bloom, you may need to get fresher yeast**

     Add flour and salt, one cup at a time, mix on low using the dough hook. Knead the dough until smooth and no longer sticky, adding more flour as needed. Transfer to a clean, oiled bowl. Cover with a clean, damp towel, and let rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
   • Add remaining water, sugar, olive oil, and tahini, mixing on low to combine. Replace the paddle for the dough hook.
   • Preheat the oven to 350F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
   • Divide dough into 4 even pieces and braid.
   • Cover, and let rise for 20 minutes.
   • Combine maple syrup and milk, brush the dough with the mixture.
   • Bake for 40-45 minutes, turning halfway through.
   • Enjoy!

   Keyword Bread, Challah, Jewish Holiday

For more flavorful Challah recipes, check out my Honey Walnut Challah and Peanut Butter Honey Challah recipes.