LIFESTYLE → PLATEART Issue 975 · August 23, 2023

Crowned with Glory

Creative round challah ideas where no two challos looked the same.

Crowned with Glory


Text and styling by Esther Ottensoser
Photography by Devorah Applegrad

When Chanie asked me to come up with creative round challah ideas, it instantly brought back cherished memories of my own childhood. The experience of creating unique challah braids together with my mother and sisters, where no two challos looked the same, filled our home with joy and creativity. This tradition has sown seeds of creativity, love, and quality time that I’m now passing on to you to create in your kitchens.

Honey Dish Challah

This challah takes a bit more effort than the others featured here, but it makes a beautiful centerpiece for your Rosh Hashanah table. This apple honey dish that I picked up at Trendsettings in Lakewood is one of the cutest and daintiest dishes I’ve ever seen.

You will need:
  • prepared challah dough
  • small ramekin
  • beaten egg
  • assorted seeds
  • small honey dish (available from Trendsettings in Lakewood)

Divide the dough into several small, equal-sized pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball. For a uniform appearance, weigh each dough ball to make sure they’re the same size. This will result in an even and beautifully shaped challah.

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