Classic Homemade Bagels Recipe
Delicious, chewy, golden-brown homemade bagels that rival any bakery. Simple ingredients, easy-to-follow steps, and customizable toppings make this a must-try recipe!
Equipment
- 1 Large mixing bowl
- 1 Stand mixer With dough hook
- 2 Baking sheets Lined with parchment
- 1 Large pot For boiling bagels
- 1 Spider strainer/slotted spoon To remove bagels from water
- 1 Cooling rack For even cooling
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 4 cups bread flour High-protein for best texture
- 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast One packet
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- 1¼ cups warm water 110-115°F
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
For the Water Bath
- 8 cups water
- 2 tablespoons honey or barley malt syrup Adds shine and flavor
- 1 tablespoon baking soda Helps browning
Instructions
- Mix yeast, water, and sugar. Let stand until foamy.
- Add oil, then flour and salt. Mix to form dough.
- Knead for 10-12 minutes until smooth.
- Let rise in a greased bowl until doubled.
- Punch down dough, divide into 8 pieces.
- Shape each piece into a ball, poke a hole, and stretch into a bagel shape.
- Let bagels rest for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Bring water bath to a boil.
- Boil bagels for 1 minute per side.
- Place on baking sheet, add toppings.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool on wire rack for 15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Use high-protein bread flour for best results
- Don't skip the boiling step
- Make holes larger than needed - they shrink during baking
- Cool completely before cutting
Nutrition
Serving: 115gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 8gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg
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