As we all get back into our normal post Pesach routine (whatever that is!) there is an age old custom to make “Shlissel” (key) Challah as a segulah (omen) for livelihood.
This year, I added caramel coloring to part of my dough to give a new “twist” to this ancient minhag.
For more recipes using caramel coloring check out the two-tone-bread-skewer.
What you will need:
- 5 lbs challah dough
- caramel coloring
- antique keys
Directions for using caramel coloring:
Add 2.5 Tbsp caramel coloring to half of the challah dough. Mix well in a mixer until color is evenly distributed.
Here are some variations for braiding:
1) Braid as usual and add an actual key.
2) Braid challah as usual, then add a key-shaped challah on top.
3) Create the challah in the shape of a key.
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