Homemade Bagels
Bagels are the ultimate breakfast treat, combining a crisp exterior with a soft, chewy interior. This homemade bagel recipe is not only simple but also delivers an irresistible flavor that will transform your mornings. Picture the aroma of warm bagels wafting through your kitchen as you gather with family, turning each bite into a celebration. Whether you enjoy them plain or loaded with your favorite toppings, these bagels are sure to become a morning staple.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp malt syrup or honey
- Toppings (e.g., sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix warm water and sugar until dissolved. Sprinkle in yeast and let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- Gradually add flour and salt while mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Punch down the risen dough, divide into 8-10 pieces, roll into balls, and poke holes in the center to shape into bagels.
- Boil water in a large pot; carefully drop bagels in for about 1 minute per side.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C), place boiled bagels on parchment-lined sheets, sprinkle with toppings if desired, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg