Bagel Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough
Topping
Method
Making the Dough
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (1.5 cups) and sugar (1 tbs). Sprinkle the active dry yeast (2 tbs) on top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour (4 cups) and salt (1 tbs). Once the yeast mixture is frothy, add it to the flour mixture along with olive oil (2 tbs).
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix the ingredients until a dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let the Dough 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
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 6
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 then poke a hole in the center using your finger, shaping it into a bagel.
- 7
Boil the Bagels
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully drop the bagels into the boiling water, 2-3 at a time, and boil for about 1-2 minutes on each side.
- 8
Prepare for Baking
Remove the bagels from the water and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle the tops with poppy seeds (2 tbs), sesame seeds (2 tbs), and coarse sea salt (1 tbs).
Baking
- 9
Bake the Bagels
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bagels are golden brown.
- 10
Cool and Serve
Once baked, remove the bagels from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or toasted with your favorite toppings.