As we head into the last Shabbat of the year, we reflect on the difficult past year, but look forward to a new beginning.
For this special time, I’m showing you how to make different shapes of round challah, each one symbolizing the cycle of life, continuity, and the hope for a year full of blessings. The round challah reminds us that time is like a circle, ever moving, always renewing, with endless opportunities for growth.
To all of you, may the new year bring health, happiness, and success in all you pursue. May you and your loved ones be inscribed for a good and sweet year.
For this method, I used my water Challa recipe
Shape 1:
8 strands of 100g each.
Line your strands in a crisscross pattern to start braiding a round challah. Four vertical strands are laid side by side with a small gap in the middle of them. Four horizontal strands are then placed over the vertical ones. The horizontal strands alternate going over and under the vertical ones, creating a woven effect in the center where they intersect.
From here, you would continue by folding the ends of the dough strands over each other to form the shape.
Shape 2:
8 strands of 100g each.
The two vertical strands are twisted and placed on top of the horizontal strands. The two horizontal strands are also twisted and remain interwoven with the vertical ones.
At this stage, the dough is ready for folding to create the round challah shape. Twisting the dough before braiding adds a decorative touch to the final appearance of the challah, making it visually appealing once baked.
Shape 3:
3 strands of 150g each.
The challah is braided into a circular shape, with a baking dish placed in the center. This helps maintain the circular shape of the challah as it rises and bakes, ensuring that the center doesn’t close up or lose its definition. It can be used to place honey in the center.
Shape 4:
6 strands of 100g each.
In the shape, three strands are placed vertical and 3 horizontal. It is placed in a crisscross pattern creating a woven effect. Each side is braided and tucked under.
Shabbat Shalom and Shana Tova🤍🤍🤍
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Enjoy,
Guila
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