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Pumpkin Challah

Warm and Cozy Pumpkin Challah for Fall Baking Fun

Pumpkin Challah is a warm, inviting bread that blends pumpkin purée and spices for a delightful and unique flavor.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 630 g King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour Provides the perfect texture for soft and fluffy bread.
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar Enhances the sweetness.
  • 2 teaspoons Instant Yeast Fast-acting yeast for quick rise.
  • 1 teaspoon Table Salt Essential for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adds warmth and spice.
  • 1 cup Lukewarm Water Activates the yeast.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Purée Provides moisture and flavor.
  • ¼ cup Vegetable Oil Keeps bread tender.
  • 1 large Egg Adds structure.
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 large Beaten Egg With water for the wash.

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Measuring Cups
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Dough Hook
  • Plastic Wrap
  • Pastry Brush
  • Cooling Rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Pumpkin Challah
  1. Prepare your ingredients by weighing the flour and gathering all other components.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients in a large bowl until well combined.
  3. Whisk the wet ingredients together until smooth, then combine with the dry ingredients.
  4. Form the dough and ensure it’s mixed until shaggy.
  5. Knead the dough until elastic, adding flour as necessary.
  6. Let the dough rise in a warm area for about 2 hours.
  7. Prepare a baking sheet by greasing or lining it with parchment.
  8. Shape the dough into two loaves, coiling them on the baking sheet.
  9. Allow the loaves to rise again for about 1 hour.
  10. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  11. Brush the loaves with egg wash before baking.
  12. Bake the loaves for 35 to 40 minutes until golden brown.
  13. Cool the loaves completely on a rack before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 60IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for breakfast or holiday gatherings, Pumpkin Challah's delightful flavor makes it a standout choice for any occasion.

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