The Only Challah Recipe You’ll Ever Need (and It Gets You a Babka, Too)

By Claire Saffitz =

If you don't have the patience for bread making (or baking at all), chances are you'll still find challah, the enriched bread often served on the Jewish Sabbath and during the High Holy Days, not only manageable—but fun.

Compared to more technical bread like sourdough loaves or baguettes, challah is mostly hands-off, with a dough that's easy to work with. Braiding is a pleasant touch and the end result always looks impressive, even if your braiding skills are average. The loaves are also versatile and work equally well with sweet (bread pudding and cinnamon toast) and savory (sandwiches and side dishes for soups, stews and savory sauces).