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Amazing Pistachio Challah

June 8, 2022 by Tiffany Leave a Comment

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This six-strand Pistachio Challah is filled with an incredible white chocolate pistachio cream that is perfect for breakfast, before Shabbat and even dessert!

This six-strand  Pistachio Challah is filled with an incredible white chocolate pistachio cream that is perfect for breakfast, before Shabbat and even dessert!

Pistachio Challah

I am so excited to share this recipe with you! What from a weird idea turned out into the most delicious bread I’ve ever created (something that doesn’t usually happen).

Every bite of that challah with let you enjoy the nuttiness, sweetness, and crunchiness that comes from the filling. Pistachio has such a complex taste that you allows you to savor it in your mouth long after its gone.

This six-strand Pistachio Challah is filled with an incredible white chocolate pistachio cream that is perfect for breakfast, before Shabbat and even dessert!

This challah is made using a six strands but if you’re not well-versed into braiding, don’t worry! Just make it a regular 3 strand! Like you do when you braid your hair. The results will be equally delicious!

Or, if you’re feeling creative, make it in any shape you want. Hey it’s your bread, have fun with it!

This six-strand Pistachio Challah is filled with an incredible white chocolate pistachio cream that is perfect for breakfast, before Shabbat and even dessert!

Keep in mind, the process of making this pistachio challah is a bit messy, but trust me, it’s worth it 100% – I can guarantee you that people will go crazy over it.

The inspiration for this recipe came from my Spring Break vacation to Italy. There I had the most delicious Cornetto al Pistacchio, or Pistachio filled croissant.

This six-strand Pistachio Challah is filled with an incredible white chocolate pistachio cream that is perfect for breakfast, before Shabbat and even dessert!

When I took a bite out of it, I honestly could not believe what I was eating. Honestly, I’ve never had something like it and of course, my baking wheels starting turning. Check it out:

Since laminating dough is very difficult to make and a 24 to 48 hour process. I made challah and voila! This recipe was born.

This six-strand Pistachio Challah is filled with an incredible white chocolate pistachio cream that is perfect for breakfast, before Shabbat and even dessert!

Here’s how I assemble the bread:

I fill every strand with the pistachio cream and then sprinkle chopped pistachios:

This six-strand Pistachio Challah is filled with an incredible white chocolate pistachio cream that is perfect for breakfast, before Shabbat and even dessert!

Then, I rolled it sideways and repeat the process with the 5 remaining strands. After the six strands are filled and rolled up, it is time to braid! There’s tons of youtube videos like this one that shows you how to braid it.

This six-strand Pistachio Challah is filled with an incredible white chocolate pistachio cream that is perfect for breakfast, before Shabbat and even dessert!

After that, I cover my challah with a tea towel and let it rise one more time. After that, I brush the top with egg and bake it.

Voila! Here’s my amazing Pistachio Challah:

This six-strand Pistachio Challah is filled with an incredible white chocolate pistachio cream that is perfect for breakfast, before Shabbat and even dessert!
What a gorgeous looking loaf!

I hope you can try this delicious Pistachio Challah at home. If you do, please upload a pic on Instagram and tag me @Livingsweetmoments or use the hashtag #LivingSweet. 

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This six-strand Pistachio Challah is filled with an incredible white chocolate pistachio cream that is perfect for breakfast, before Shabbat and even dessert!
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Pistachio Challah
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
35 mins
Proofing Time
3 hrs 20 mins
Total Time
4 hrs 15 mins
 

This six-strand Pistachio Challah is filled with an incredible white chocolate pistachio cream that is perfect for breakfast, before Shabbat and even dessert!

Course: Bread
Cuisine: Italian, Jewish
Keyword: challah, stuffed challah, bread recipes, pistachio
Servings: 16 slices
Calories: 294 kcal
Author: Tiffany bendayan
Ingredients
For Challah
  • 1 cup Water lukewarm
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar
  • 1 packet Active Dry Yeast
  • 1.3 lbs 1.3 lbs Bread Flour
  • 1/2 tablespoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1/4 cup + 1 Tablespoon Vegetable Oil
For Filling
  • 1 1/4 cups Pistachios
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 1 tablet White Chocolate equal to 100 grams
  • 1/3 cup Milk
  • 1 cup Pistachios chopped
  • 3 tablespoons Butter
To Bake
  • 1 Egg lightly beaten
Instructions
For Challah Dough
  1. In the bowl of the mixer, add the yeast, 1 tablespoon of sugar and warm water. Mix lightly and cover with a dish towel for 10 minutes for yeast to activate 

  2. Add the sugar, egg, oil, flour, and salt and mix using your dough hook on medium speed until the dough comes together. If dough is too liquid or too sticky, add more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time

  3. When dough comes together and is soft and elastic (about 10 minutes), remove from mixer and place in a greased bowl. Cover with a dish towel and let it rise for 1 1/2 hours (or until doubled its size) in a warm area

For Pistachio Filling
  1. In the bowl of the food processor, add the pistachios and sugar and process until fine

  2. In a small saucepan, add the chocolate, butter and milk. Mix on low heat until the chocolate and butter melts

  3. Add the chocolate mixture into the food processor and process until creamy

  4. Cool in the refrigerator until ready to use

Assembly
  1. Divide the dough into 6 equal portions and shape into balls. Cover with a dish towel and let them rest for 20 minutes

  2. Take one ball and roll into a narrow rectangle. Using a spoon or brush, add some of the creamy filling all over, then sprinkle the chopped pistachios on top 

  3. Roll this strip into a log (it will be a bit messy),  and repeat this step with the other 5 dough balls

  4. Place 6 dough strips side by side, and using your fingers, unite the tops. Braid 

  5. Place challah in a cookie tin lined with parchment paper and let the dough rest for 90 minutes 

  6. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit

  7. Brush the top of the challah with the beaten egg.

  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top of has browned 

  9. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

You can use all purpose flour for this recipe. 

Nutrition Facts
Pistachio Challah
Amount Per Serving
Calories 294 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Trans Fat 0.003g
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 4g
Cholesterol 22mg7%
Sodium 230mg10%
Potassium 235mg7%
Carbohydrates 45g15%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 15g17%
Protein 9g18%
Vitamin A 112IU2%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 34mg3%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Filed Under: Breads, Jewish, Recipes Tagged With: challah, pistachio challah, stuffed bread

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