Wonder Bagels (bayonne-jfk) Recipe
Make Wonder Bagels (bayonne-jfk) 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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Dough Ingredients
Boiling Ingredients
Topping Ingredients
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, mix warm water (1.5 cups) with sugar and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Once the yeast mixture is frothy, pour it into the flour mixture along with olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- 4
First Rise
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Shaping and Boiling
- 5
Shape the Bagels
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and poke a hole in the center with your finger to form a bagel shape.
- 6
- 7
Boil the Bagels
Carefully drop the shaped bagels into the boiling water, a few at a time, and boil for 1 minute on each side. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a baking sheet.
Baking
- 8
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 9
Add Toppings
Before baking, sprinkle the tops of the bagels with sesame seeds, poppy seeds, and coarse sea salt.
- 10
Bake the Bagels
Place the bagels in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.
