Bagel & Cream Cheese Recipe
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Ingredients
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Bagels
Cream Cheese
Method
Bagels
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let it Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 5
Shape the Bagels
Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then poke a hole in the center and stretch to form a bagel shape.
- 6
Boil the Bagels
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the bagels (2-3 at a time) and boil for 1-2 minutes per side.
- 7
Bake the Bagels
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Place boiled bagels on a baking sheet and brush with egg yolk. Top with everything seasoning or leave plain.
Cream Cheese
- 8
Prepare the Cream Cheese
In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, chopped chives, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
- 9
Mix Until Smooth
Using a hand mixer or a spatula, blend the cream cheese mixture until smooth and well combined.
- 10
Taste and Adjust
Taste the cream cheese and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference.
