Challah-Day Breads Workshop

About this event

Celebrate the holiday season with a festive, hands-on bread-baking class featuring two beloved Jewish baking traditions: beautifully braided challah and rich, chocolate-swirled babka!

In this class, you'll learn the art of working with enriched yeast doughs as you mix, knead, shape, and bake these delicious breads from scratch. Discover the secrets to creating soft, fluffy challah with a beautifully golden crust, then take your skills a step further with chocolate babka, featuring decadent ribbons of chocolate woven throughout a tender, buttery loaf.

Along the way, you'll explore traditional braiding and shaping techniques, learn how to work confidently with yeast, and pick up professional tips for achieving bakery-quality results at home.

On the Menu:

• Traditional Braided Challah – A beautifully golden, soft, and fluffy bread with a rich, tender crumb and classic braided finish

• Chocolate Babka – A sweet, buttery yeast bread filled with rich chocolate, twisted into beautiful layers, and baked to perfection

What You'll Learn:

• Mixing, kneading, and proofing enriched yeast doughs

• Understanding yeast fermentation and how to achieve the perfect rise

• Traditional challah braiding techniques for a beautiful presentation

• Preparing a rich chocolate filling and creating babka's signature swirls

• Shaping, twisting, and baking breads for a tender crumb and golden crust

• Tips for storing, freezing, and enjoying your homemade breads

Beginners and experienced home bakers are welcome! Whether you're exploring bread baking for the first time or looking to expand your skills, this festive workshop is the perfect way to celebrate the season.

You'll leave with your handcrafted challah and chocolate babka, along with recipes and the confidence to recreate these beautiful breads at home. Perfect for holiday gatherings, homemade gifts, or simply sharing something delicious with family and friends!