Homemade Bagel Recipe
Ingredients
- 375 gwarm water
115° to 118° F or 1 3/4 cups
- 16 gbarley malt syrup or brown sugar or 1 tablespoon
+ 1/3 cup
- 10 gactive yeast or 1 tablespoon
- 660 gbread flour or 4 ¼ cup
- 6 gsea salt or 1 teaspoon
Directions
- 1
In the bowl of a stand mixer, whisk together the water, syrup, and yeast until combined and let sit for 5-7 minutes or until a raft forms on the top.
- 2
Attach the hook attachment and mix on low speed while adding in the flour until it is completely combined, then add in the salt and mix for 5 minutes.
- 3
Transfer the dough to a clean floured surface and knead by hand for 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Place the dough in a bowl with a lid and place in a warm place for 60-90 minutes or until it has doubled in size.
- 5
Punch the dough down and divide it into 12 small dough balls and place them on 2 sheet trays lined with parchment paper.
- 6
Dip your thumb in flour and press down into the center of the ball to make a ring. Stretch the ring out to form into the shape of a bagel. Repeat with the other 11 dough balls and cover and rest.
- 7
In the meantime, add about 2 gallons of water and about a 1/3 cup or about 80 ML barley maly syrup to a large pot and bring to a boil.
- 8
Cook 3-4 bagels at a time for 60-90 seconds a side flipping them using a slotted spoon.
- 9
Once they are done in the water solution transfer back to the parchment-lined sheet trays. Sprinkle on any desired toppings at this time and then repeat the process with the other bagels.
- 10
Now bake the bagels at 425° or 220° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- 11
Cool on a rack until room temperature and serve.
Homemade Bagel Recipe
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About this Recipe
The Ultimate Homemade Bagel Recipe: Your Bakery-Worthy Morning Awaits
Imagine biting into a perfectly chewy, golden-brown bagel, still warm from your oven. No need to dream—our homemade bagel recipe makes that a delicious reality! Forget those bland, store-bought imposters. This recipe is designed to be incredibly easy, yielding bagels that are remarkably delicious and packed with authentic flavor, making you wonder why you ever bought them elsewhere.
What makes these homemade bagels truly special? It's the simple magic of quality ingredients combined with a classic technique. We use active yeast to give them that perfect rise, and a touch of barley malt syrup for an authentic depth of flavor and beautiful golden crust. The essential boiling step before baking gives these bagels their signature chewy interior and slightly crispy exterior – a hallmark of a truly great bagel.
Whether you're a seasoned baker or new to making bread, this recipe will guide you to success. Enjoy the satisfying process of kneading the dough, shaping each ring, and watching them transform in the oven. It's an enjoyable project with incredibly rewarding results!
Perfect Pairings & Variations
Once your fresh, hot bagels are ready, the possibilities are endless:
- Classic Cream Cheese: Slather on your favorite plain or flavored cream cheese.
- Savory Sandwiches: Use them as the base for a hearty breakfast sandwich with egg, cheese, and bacon.
- Sweet Delights: A dollop of jam or a spread of Nutella turns them into a delightful treat.
Feeling adventurous? Sprinkle your bagels with everything bagel seasoning, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or even grated cheese before baking for delicious variations! This bagel recipe is your canvas for culinary creativity.