37 hallah recipes

Whole wheat challah braided into a glossy three-strand loaf, blending nutty whole wheat flour with white for a tender, sturdier crumb. Egg-washed and poppy seed-topped, ready for Shabbat or weekend French toast.

Honey-sweetened yeast dough enriched with eggs and oil gets kneaded until elastic, then shaped into a round spiral loaf and brushed with egg wash for a golden Jewish bread that's tender and slightly sweet.

Dairy-free challah bread made with soy milk, soy flour, soy oil, honey, and eggs. A beautifully braided loaf topped with poppy seeds. Soy Vey, it's good!

A rich, egg-loaded challah made entirely in your bread machine. With 4 eggs, oil, and a touch of margarine, this loaf bakes up soft and golden with a sesame seed crust that begs you to tear off just one more piece.

Almost whole wheat challah made in the bread machine: an egg-enriched Jewish bread blending whole wheat and white flour for a soft, hearty loaf, finished with egg wash and poppy seeds. No braiding, just measure and press start.

Traditional Jewish challah bread with sesame seed topping and beautiful braided loaves that rise to golden perfection for Shabbat or holidays

This challah is not just bread, but also stuffed with spinach, ricotta, herbs and pine nuts, which gives the challah amazingly delicious filling and flavor.

Orange zest challah French toast soaked in eggs, milk, cinnamon, and fresh orange. Pan-fried in butter and oil for crisp edges and a custardy center. Brunch-worthy in 35 minutes.

Grilled cheese sandwich with olivada: challah bread smeared with briny black olive paste, layered with Swiss cheese and optional tomato, grilled crisp. A Mediterranean twist on a classic.

Indulgent challah French toast dipped in heavy cream, eggs, vanilla, and a splash of Triple Sec, then griddled golden with cinnamon. Weekend brunch that earns its name.

Classic Alsatian apple charlotte with milk-soaked bread, cinnamon-spiced apples, chopped almonds, and a splash of kirsch. Baked in a bundt pan until golden, this rustic French dessert is pure comfort.

Overnight French toast soaks rich challah in a cinnamon-vanilla custard so it fries up golden and custardy in the morning, no fuss. Served with a homemade cinnamon cream syrup you can make a week ahead.

Sweet and sour meatballs simmered in a tangy cranberry-tomato sauce. A classic Jewish-American holiday and Shabbat dish that turns pantry cans into a glossy, crowd-pleasing dinner over rice or challah.

Baked French toast casserole with cream cheese, orange marmalade, and challah bread. A make-ahead overnight breakfast bake thats rich, custardy, and effortless.

French toast with fresh blueberries, vanilla, and cinnamon, dusted with powdered sugar and served with warm maple syrup. A classic breakfast ready in 10 minutes.

Vegan challah bread made with soy milk, tofu, and soy flour, braided and topped with poppy seeds. Egg-free and dairy-free with a soft, tender crumb.