Jul 14 2026
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Cinnamon Swirl Bagel Recipe

Inspired by Panera
Time2h
Serves12

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Ingredients

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Dough

Cinnamon Filling

Topping

Method

Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Activate Yeast

    In a large bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Stir in the active dry yeast and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.

  2. 2

    Make the Dough

    Add the all-purpose flour, salt, and vegetable oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until a rough dough forms.

  3. 3

    Knead the Dough

    Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

  4. 4

    First Rise

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

Cinnamon Filling Preparation

  1. 5

    Prepare the Filling

    In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Melt the unsalted butter and set aside.

Shaping and Baking

  1. 6

    Shape Bagels

    Once the dough has risen, turn it out onto a floured surface and punch it down. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces, and shape each piece into a ball. Poke a hole in the center and stretch it to form a bagel shape.

  2. 7

    Fill with Cinnamon Mixture

    Brush each bagel with melted butter, then sprinkle the cinnamon filling mixture over the top. Roll up the bagels to enclose the filling, then reshape them if necessary.

  3. 8

    Second Rise

    Place shaped bagels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

  4. 9

    Boil Bagels

    Preheat a large pot of water and bring it to a boil. Boil each bagel for about 1-2 minutes on each side, then remove and place back on the baking sheet.

  5. 10

    Prepare Egg Wash

    In a small bowl, whisk together egg and water. Brush the mixture over the boiled bagels and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.

  6. 11

    Bake Bagels

    Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake the bagels in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

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