Sweet jewish celebration bread buns

Challah Buns

Golden, Soft, and Perfectly Fluffy Sweet Bread

Sweet jewish celebration bread buns

This recipe was part of our Breads From Around The World Masterclass with Jay Porter 

Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus proving time)
Cook Time: 25–35 minutes
Serves: 6–8 rolls

These Challah Buns are soft, golden, and slightly sweet, making them perfect for any occasion. With a light sesame topping and fluffy interior, they’re a crowd-pleasing favourite for treats and celebrations.

Ingredients

  • 200g Plain Flour
  • 75g Strong Bread Flour
  • 25g Sugar or Honey
  • 3g Yeast
  • 4.5g Salt
  • 105g Water
  • 20g Olive Oil
  • 10g Sesame seeds

Instructions

Step 1 – Prepare the Charlie Oven

  • Load lumpwood charcoal (about half a football-sized amount) into your Charlie Oven and light it.
  • Preheat the oven to 180°C / 356°F, adjusting the vents to maintain a consistent temperature.

Step 2 – Make the Dough

  1. Combine all the dry ingredients (plain flour, strong bread flour, sugar/honey, yeast, and salt) in a bowl.
  2. Gradually add the water while mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead gently for 2 minutes, then continue kneading for 8–10 minutes by hand or in a mixer until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 3 – First Prove

  1. Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl.
  2. Cover with a clean towel or cling film and leave to prove in a warm place until it doubles in size.

Step 4 – Shape the Rolls

  1. Lightly dust your work surface with flour and turn out the dough.
  2. Weigh the dough and divide it into 3 equal portions.
  3. De-gas the dough by pressing it gently, then roll each portion into an oblong shape and pinch the seams together.
  4. Allow the dough portions to rest for a few minutes, then roll each piece into strands about 20cm long.

Step 5 – Shape and Final Prove

  1. Shape the strands into rolls and place them on a baking mat or parchment-lined tray.
  2. Cover the rolls with a clean towel and leave them to prove for 40 minutes, or until they double in size.

Step 6 – Bake the Challah Buns

  1. Brush the rolls with an egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  2. Place the tray in the Charlie Oven and bake for 25–35 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and cooked through.
 A group of nine people poses outdoors with freshly baked bread, standing in front of a red pizza oven, smiling at the camera

 

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