Reviewed: Oct. 29, 2009

Added about 1 cup of raisins to dough, brushed loaf with honey, and then sprinkled cinnamon over it. I don't have a bread maker, so I kneaded the dough for 10 minutes. Turned out wonderful. Next time I'll add more raisins and honey to dough, and try mixing in some cinnamon as well.

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Reviewed: Sep. 19, 2009

Absolutely delicious bread. I don't have a bread machine so I just softened the yeast in the water, then whisked in the salt, honey, and oil (I can't be bothered to melt butter on the stove since I don't have a microwave). Stir in one cup of the flour, then the eggs. Stir in as much flour as you can, then knead in the remaining. I had to use a smidge more flour to get the right consistency. Tasty, wonderful bread.

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Reviewed: Sep. 10, 2009

Yummy! I already ate half a loaf, and I made it a few hours ago. Delicious!

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Reviewed: Mar. 31, 2009

This was very good. I don't have a bread machine so this is what I did. In a large bowl mixed the water and the yeast let stand for 5 minutes. Mixed in the egg, butter and honey. Added the flour and the salt. Knead for 8 minutes. Place in an oiled bowl cover and let rise 1-1/2 hours until doubled. Then continued with the recipe instructions. Thanks for the recipe

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rae

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Reviewed: Mar. 29, 2009

I'm not sure if this is a fair rating to a Challah bread because I've never had challah before. I found the bread kind of boring tasting. There just wasn't much taste. My little sister loved it though so maybe it's just me. I just thought it was missing something...

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Reviewed: Mar. 14, 2009

I've made a lot of challah recipes in my day, and this is by far my favorite! It is always moist and buttery and absolutely delicious. I make the dough in my breadmaker and it's easy as can be. If I'm too lazy to braid it I just divide the dough in half and pop each in a loaf pan before the 2nd rising.

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Reviewed: Mar. 3, 2009

Absolutely Amazing! I can't believe this didn't come from some artisan bakery! Made it last night and will make it again today 'cause I gotta have more! Thank you for a great recipe!

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LOWA

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Reviewed: Mar. 1, 2009

We loved this Challah! It was wonderful. I set my oven for 40 minutes but next time I'll set it for 35 minutes. I did a 6 strand braid but I think I pulled it to tight. Will keep practicing now that I found a great recipe! I basted it with a mixture of one egg and 2 tbs. water. I also recommend dipping your finger in the egg and then on some sesame seed and rolling it to make a nicer presentation. Thank you Ione!

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Reviewed: Feb. 27, 2009

This is FABULOUS! A definite keeper! I made it just as directed. I also used my kitchenaid instead of a bread machine, but it turned out perfectly. I will be making this a lot more. Thank you!

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Reviewed: Jan. 31, 2009

I loved this recipe. And I kept it in the bread machine instead of braiding the dou

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Reviewed: Jan. 14, 2009

Great, very moist and soft.

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Reviewed: Dec. 6, 2008

Easy to make bread for beginners. Turns out very tasty!

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Cassandra

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Reviewed: Dec. 2, 2008

really nice bread. i used half whole wheat flour, still nice and light. does make a large braided loaf, next time i think i would divide it into 2 loaves.

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Kristi

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Reviewed: Nov. 25, 2008

The crust hardened too quickly and the inside was not as soft as other recipes I've tried. I added 2 tsps more of sugar, since I prefer sweeter challah. However, the dough is VERY easy to work with. When tucking under the ends of my braid, I wet them slightly with water to make it easier for them to stick together. I also did not have to cook it for the duration called for, so keep any eye on it.

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BakingBot

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Reviewed: Nov. 18, 2008

Rediscovered the bread machine while cleaning the basement. This recipe was just what I was looking for. A nice homemade bread - light and fluffy. The crust wasn't as hard as I've had on other store-bought challahs but my family devoured the whole loaf in one sitting. Great tasting warmed with some butter on it.

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GEChocolate

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Reviewed: Nov. 17, 2008

FABULOUS BREAD!!! I will be making this bread again.

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Reviewed: Oct. 23, 2008

This Challah is super fantabulous! I like to put sugar in it, and I put alot, so it's really really delicious!! =o

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tuliipiie

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Reviewed: Oct. 17, 2008

I made this challah by hand, and even so it was very easy and good.

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Reviewed: Oct. 5, 2008

Made a nice large pretty loaf. The flavor was good, but not anything exciting. I was hoping to taste more of the honey in it, but I think I could have used sugar and gotten the same flavor. It was very good, I was hoping for something more.

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Reviewed: Sep. 25, 2008

UNBELIEVABLE!!!!!!!!!! This was the most amazing bread I've EVER tasted!!!! Tasted great and looks beautiful- I may be handing loaves of this out as gifts for the holidays! Thank you so much for sharing this TERRIFIC bread!

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