Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsTucker'sPlain Bagel & Cream Cheese Recipe

Plain Bagel & Cream Cheese Recipe

Inspired by Tucker's
Time2h
Serves8

Make Plain Bagel & Cream Cheese 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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Bagel

Method

Bagel Preparation

  1. 1

    Activate Yeast

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

  2. 2

    Prepare Dough

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Once the yeast mixture is frothy, pour it into the flour mixture. Stir until a rough dough forms.

  3. 3

    Knead the Dough

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

  4. 4

    First Rise

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

  5. 5

    Shape Bagels

    After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then poke a hole through the center with your finger to form a bagel shape.

  6. 6

    Second Rise

    Place the shaped bagels on a floured surface, cover them with a cloth, and let them rest for another 20 minutes.

  7. 7

    Boil Bagels

    Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and gently drop in the bagels, boiling them for about 1-2 minutes on each side. Remove and place on a baking sheet.

  8. 8

    Egg Wash

    Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Brush the boiled bagels with beaten egg and sprinkle sesame seeds on top if desired.

  9. 9

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.

  10. 10

    Cool

    Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.

Cream Cheese Spread Preparation

  1. 11

    Prepare Cream Cheese

    In a mixing bowl, soften the cream cheese by allowing it to sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.

  2. 12

    Mix Ingredients

    Add garlic powder, chopped chives, salt, and black pepper to the softened cream cheese. Mix until well combined and smooth.

  3. 13

    Serve

    Spread the cream cheese on the cooled bagels and enjoy!

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