NEW YORK (PIX11) – Several Jewish organizations in New York City teamed up in an attempt to make the world’s longest challah bread .
The creation of the 35-foot challah bread started at Strauss Bakery in Brooklyn, according to the Jewish Federations of North America. Over 200 pounds of dough was used, organizers said.
The bread was transported to David’s Cookies in New Jersey to be baked in its tunnel oven before it was brought to Congregation Rodeph Sholom on the Upper West Side.
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Organizers said it was eaten by residents of Moishe House, a nonprofit that provides discounted housing for young Jewish adults.
The current record for the longest challah bread is 32 feet. It was created by JNF Australia and Grandma Moses in Sydney, Australia, according to Guinness World Records.
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