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Pumpkin Challah

Irresistibly Soft Pumpkin Challah for Cozy Mornings

This Pumpkin Challah is a delightful twist on traditional bread, perfect for cozy mornings with its soft texture and warm spices.
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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: Baked Goods
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 5.75 cups King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour ensures a soft and chewy texture
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar adds sweetness
  • 2.25 teaspoons Instant Yeast helps the dough rise quickly
  • 1.5 teaspoons Table Salt enhances flavors
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon brings warmth
  • 1 cups Water lukewarm, activates the yeast
  • 0.5 cups Pumpkin Purée infuses moisture and flavor
  • 0.25 cups Vegetable Oil contributes to softness
  • 1 Large Egg for richness and tender crumb
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 Large Egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking Sheet
  • Plastic wrap
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. Prepare the dough ingredients by combining flour, sugar, yeast, salt, and cinnamon in a bowl.
  2. Combine wet ingredients in a separate bowl, whisking water, pumpkin purée, vegetable oil, and egg.
  3. Pour wet ingredients into dry mixture and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough for about 6 minutes using a stand mixer or manually until slightly tacky.
  5. Transfer the dough to a greased bowl and let it rise for 2 hours or until doubled in size.
Shaping and Baking
  1. Gently deflate the dough and divide it into two equal pieces.
  2. Roll each piece into a rectangle and tightly roll up to form a log.
  3. Lengthen the log into a 24" rope and coil it onto a prepared baking sheet.
  4. Cover the loaves with greased plastic wrap and let them rise for 1 hour.
  5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Brush the loaves with egg wash and bake for 35 to 40 minutes.
  7. Remove from the oven and cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure yeast is fresh and knead well for best results. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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