Description
Learn how to make classic chewy and golden homemade bagels from scratch with this easy step-by-step guide. Perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
1 and 1/2 cups (360ml) warm water (100-110°F)
2 and 3/4 teaspoons instant or active dry yeast
4 cups (520g) bread flour
1 tablespoon granulated or brown sugar
2 teaspoons salt
Nonstick spray or 2 teaspoons olive oil (for greasing bowl)
1 egg white (for egg wash)
1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
2 quarts water (for boiling)
1/4 cup (60g) honey (for boiling)
Instructions
1. Whisk the warm water and yeast in a large bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes.
2. Add bread flour, sugar, and salt. Mix on low for 2 minutes.
3. Knead by mixer or hand for 6-7 minutes until soft and slightly tacky.
4. Grease a bowl and place dough inside. Cover and let rise for 60-90 minutes.
5. Punch down the dough, divide into 8 parts, shape each into a ring.
6. Cover shaped bagels. Let rest while preparing the water bath.
7. Boil 2 quarts water with honey. Boil each bagel 1 minute per side.
8. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush with egg wash.
9. Bake at 425°F for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
10. Cool 20 minutes on the tray, then move to a wire rack to finish cooling.
Notes
You can let the dough rise overnight in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.
Bagels can be frozen after baking or the dough can be frozen before shaping.
Use bread flour for best chewiness and structure.
Barley malt syrup can be substituted with honey.
- Prep Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American