{Shalom Bayit} Challah

Shalom bayit (Hebrew: שלום בית ; lit peace at home) is the Jewish religious concept of domestic harmony and good relations between husband and wife. The term has also come to mean any compromise, big or small, which enhances the relationship and the family as a whole.

Truly every home-baked challah should be dubbed a shalom bayit challah. Performing the mitzvah of Hafrashat Challah (separating the dough) is said to bring blessing into the home. But the way our challah is shaped has an added bonus.

When it comes to Challah everyone has their topping of choice. This easy to shape pull-apart challah offers a little bit of everything. A definite crowd pleaser!

Try our favorite challah recipe here.

Toppings – choose any or all:

Sesame seeds
Poppy Seeds
Dry minced garlic
Onion flakes
Za’atar
Coarse salt

To shape:

1. Form small balls of dough and place in a greased round baking pan. The balls will join together as the challah rises.

2. Let rise for one hour.

3. Brush with egg wash. Then sprinkle each ball with a different topping.

4. Bake at 350 for approximately 30 minutes.