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Step 1
Use half of your challah dough to create 6 equal balls of dough. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it stand for 10 minutes. Roll each ball with your hands to create 6 equal strands. Taper your strands at both ends so they are thick in the middle and thin at the ends. Strive for 12-inch strands.
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Step 2
Pinch the 6 strands together at 1 tapered end. Spread out the attached strands of dough on your work surface. Lift the far left or right strand to begin weaving.
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Step 3
Weave the strand over the next 2 strands. Lift the third strand with your free hand and pull the weaving strand under it. Keep the weaving strand in your hand and take it over the next 2 strands of dough. Tighten up your loaf by pulling the fifth strand into the weave before you put down your weaving strand. Place your weaving strand of dough on your work surface.
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Step 4
Weave the challah strands again by using the strand now on the outer edge of the attached 6 strands of challah dough. Start from the same direction throughout the weaving process. Repeat Step 3 until you have woven the entire length of challah dough.
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Step 5
Pinch the tapered ends of the challah loaf to secure the weave. Tuck both pinched ends under the loaf of bread. Tighten the loaf by pressing the sides and the ends together.
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Step 6
Place the woven loaf on a baking sheet. Cover with plastic wrap and allow the challah to rise for 30 minutes before baking.
