Bagel Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
For Boiling
Toppings (optional)
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, instant yeast, granulated sugar, and salt. Whisk together until well combined.
- 2
Add Wet Ingredients
Add warm water and honey to the dry ingredients. Mix with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour as needed.
- 4
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Shaping and Boiling
- 5
Shape the Bagels
Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release air. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and then use your finger to poke a hole through the center, stretching it to form a bagel shape.
- 6
Boil the Bagels
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water to a boil. Add baking soda. Carefully drop the bagels into the boiling water, 2-3 at a time, and boil for 1 minute on each side. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
- 7
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 8
Add Toppings
If desired, sprinkle sesame seeds, poppy seeds, and coarse salt on top of the bagels before baking.
- 9
Bake the Bagels
Bake the bagels in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Rotate the baking sheet halfway through for even baking.
- 10
Cool and Serve
Once baked, remove the bagels from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before serving.
