Jul 14 2026
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Bagels And Recipe

Time2h
Serves8

Make Bagels And Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Bagel Dough

Toppings

Method

Preparing the Dough

  1. 1

    Activate Yeast

    In a small bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast on top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.

  2. 2

    Mix Dough Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, add the all-purpose flour and salt. Create a well in the center and pour in the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.

  3. 3

    Knead the Dough

    Mix until a dough forms, then turn it out onto a floured surface. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until it's smooth and elastic.

  4. 4

    First Rise

    Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Shaping and Boiling the Bagels

  1. 5

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 6

    Shape the Bagels

    Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then poke a hole through the center and stretch it to form a bagel shape.

  3. 7

    Boil Bagels

    Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a tablespoon of sugar to the water. Boil each bagel for about 1-2 minutes on each side, then remove and place on the prepared baking sheet.

  4. 8

    Add Toppings

    While the bagels are still wet, sprinkle sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or coarse sea salt on top as desired.

Baking the Bagels

  1. 9

    Bake

    Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the bagels are golden brown.

  2. 10

    Cool

    Remove the bagels from the oven, allow them to cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before serving.

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