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Homemade Bagels Recipe

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Crisp on the outside, chewy on the inside—these homemade bagels bring New York bakery flavor straight to your kitchen. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or anytime you crave fresh bread.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups bread flour
  • 1½ cups warm water
  • 2¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp barley malt syrup or honey (for boiling water)
  • 1 egg white, whisked (optional, for glaze)
  • Toppings: sesame seeds, poppy seeds, everything seasoning, cinnamon sugar

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add flour and salt, mixing until dough forms. Knead 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  3. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1–1½ hours until doubled.
  4. Punch down dough and divide into 8 pieces. Shape into balls, poke a hole in the center, and stretch into rings.
  5. Bring a pot of water to boil. Add malt syrup or honey. Boil bagels 1–2 minutes per side, then place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Brush with egg white (if using) and sprinkle with toppings.
  7. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.

Notes

  • Boiling is key for chewy texture—don’t skip it!
  • For overnight flavor, refrigerate dough after the first rise.
  • Store bagels in a paper bag for 1–2 days, or slice and freeze for longer storage.

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