Gluten Free Challah Bread

Experience the joy of homemade bread with this Gluten-Free Challah Bread recipe—perfect for those who crave the tender, slightly sweet flavor of traditional challah but need to adhere to a gluten-free lifestyle. Made with a carefully balanced blend of gluten-free all-purpose flour, tapioca starch, and xanthan gum, this recipe delivers a soft and airy texture without compromising on structure. Braided into an elegant shape, this loaf is brushed with a golden egg wash for a shiny finish and optionally topped with sesame seeds for extra flavor and crunch. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a slice with butter, this gluten-free challah is guaranteed to impress. With easy, step-by-step instructions and common pantry ingredients like honey, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar, this recipe is approachable for all home bakers. Bake up this show-stopping bread in under an hour and savor the aroma of freshly baked goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup Warm water
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 3 cups Gluten free all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup Tapioca starch
• 1 teaspoon Xanthan gum
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 3 large Eggs
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine warm water, honey, and active dry yeast. Stir lightly and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture is foamy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together gluten free all-purpose flour, tapioca starch, xanthan gum, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs lightly (reserve one tablespoon of egg for the egg wash later), then mix in olive oil and apple cider vinegar.

Step 4

Pour the yeast mixture and the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix using a wooden spoon or the paddle attachment of a stand mixer until the dough comes together and is smooth. The dough will be sticky, which is normal for gluten-free bread.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with a clean towel and let the dough rest for 30 minutes in a warm place to allow it to rise slightly.

Step 6

After 30 minutes, divide the dough into 3 equal portions for a traditional 3-strand braid (or more for a different braid style). Flour your hands and a surface lightly with tapioca starch, then roll the portions into long ropes.

Step 7

Gently braid the ropes, pinching the ends together to seal the braid. Transfer the braided loaf to a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 8

Lightly brush the loaf with the reserved egg wash using a pastry brush. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top if desired.

Step 9

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Allow the loaf to rest while the oven heats up, about 10 minutes.

Step 10

Bake the challah in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the loaf is golden brown and firm to the touch.

Step 11

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing. Enjoy your homemade gluten-free challah!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	909.9 grams (909.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2588

Total Fat 85.00g	109%
Saturated Fat 15.30g	77%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.30g
Cholesterol 558mg	186%
Sodium 2632mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 398.10g	145%
Dietary Fiber 13.30g	48%
Total Sugars 56.30g
Protein 46.90g	94%

Vitamin D 123IU	615%
Calcium 314mg	24%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 656mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.1%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 62.6%