Looking for a delicious and easy homemade bagels recipe? Look no further! These homemade bagels are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy breakfast at home or a weekend brunch with friends. The best part? They are surprisingly simple to make!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe?
- Great Flavors: These homemade bagels are bursting with flavor, thanks to the addition of maple syrup or barley malt syrup.
- Quick Prep Time: With just a few simple ingredients, you can have fresh, warm bagels ready in no time.
- Perfect for Meal Prep: Make a batch of these bagels ahead of time and enjoy them throughout the week for a quick and satisfying breakfast or snack.
Ingredient Notes:
- Maple syrup or barley malt syrup: Adds a hint of sweetness to the bagels.
- Active dry yeast: Helps the dough rise and gives the bagels their fluffy texture.
- Bread flour: Provides the perfect chewiness to the bagels.
- Sea salt: Enhances the flavor of the bagels.
- Baking soda: Used in the poaching water to give the bagels their signature crust.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- In a small bowl, mix the maple syrup or barley malt syrup with the yeast and warm water. Let it sit for a few minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, then let it rise until doubled in size.
- Shape the dough into bagels, then poach them in a mixture of water, maple syrup, baking soda, and salt.
- Brush the bagels with an egg white wash, sprinkle with your favorite toppings, and bake until golden brown.
Helpful Tips:
- Make sure your water is warm but not too hot to activate the yeast properly.
- Don’t skip the poaching step – it’s what gives bagels their chewy texture.
- Experiment with different toppings like sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or everything bagel seasoning for variety.
Expert Tips for the Best Results:
- Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place for the best results.
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer the bagels in and out of the poaching water to prevent them from deflating.
- For a shiny crust, brush the bagels with the egg white wash before baking.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve these homemade bagels warm with cream cheese, smoked salmon, and a sprinkle of fresh dill for a classic bagel experience. Pair them with a hot cup of coffee or tea for the perfect breakfast or brunch.
Storage and Reheating Tips:
To store leftover bagels, keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To reheat, simply toast them in a toaster oven or oven until warm and crispy.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I freeze these homemade bagels? Yes, you can freeze the bagels for up to 3 months. Just thaw and reheat before serving.
- Can I use all-purpose flour instead of bread flour? While bread flour is preferred for its high protein content, you can use all-purpose flour as a substitute.
- Can I make the dough ahead of time? Yes, you can make the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it overnight. Just let it come to room temperature before shaping and baking.
Conclusion:
Now that you have the recipe for homemade bagels, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and get baking! Whether you enjoy them fresh out of the oven or toasted the next day, these bagels are sure to impress. Give them a try and let us know how they turned out in the comments below!
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Homemade Bagels Recipe
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: 8–10 bagels 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Enjoy the delicious taste of freshly baked bagels with this homemade bagels recipe. These bagels are chewy on the outside, soft on the inside, and perfect for a hearty breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
Main Dough:
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- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or barley malt syrup
- 1 (¼-ounce) pkg active dry yeast, 2¼ teaspoons
- 1¼ cups warm water
- 540 grams bread flour*
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
Poaching Water:
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- 1½ tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- ½ tablespoon salt
Toppings:
- 1 egg white, optional
- 1 tablespoon water, optional
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: Dissolve yeast in warm water with maple syrup, let it sit until foamy.
- Mix Dough: Combine flour, salt, and yeast mixture. Knead until smooth, let rise.
- Shape Bagels: Divide dough, shape into bagels, let rise again.
- Poach Bagels: Boil water with maple syrup, baking soda, and salt. Poach bagels for 1 minute each side.
- Bake: Brush bagels with egg wash, bake until golden brown.
- Cool & Enjoy: Let cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can customize the toppings with sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or everything bagel seasoning.
- For a sweeter option, add cinnamon and raisins to the dough.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg