Bagels Recipe
Make Bagels Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
Boiling Water
Toppings (optional)
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (1.5 cups) and sugar (1 tbsp). Sprinkle yeast (2 tsp) on top and let sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine bread flour (4 cups) and salt (1 tsp). Make a well in the center and pour in the activated yeast mixture and vegetable oil (1 tbsp).
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix until a dough forms, then turn out onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Shaping and Boiling
- 5
Shape Bagels
After rising, punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then poke a hole in the center with your finger and stretch to form a bagel shape.
- 6
- 7
Boil Bagels
Carefully drop bagels into the boiling water, a few at a time. Boil for about 1 minute on each side, then remove and place on a baking sheet.
Baking
- 8
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 9
Add Toppings
If desired, sprinkle your choice of toppings (sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or coarse sea salt) on top of the bagels before baking.
- 10
Bake Bagels
Bake the bagels in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- 11
Cool and Serve
Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or store in an airtight container.
