Description
Easy homemade bagels with a golden crust and soft chewy center, perfect for breakfast or sandwiches. Simple ingredients and classic boiling method create authentic bakery-style results.
Ingredients
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- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 cups warm water
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon baking soda
- 2 tablespoons mixed seeds (sesame, poppy)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix warm water, yeast, and sugar, let sit 5 minutes.
- Add flour and salt, mix into a dough.
- Knead dough for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth.
- Divide into 8 pieces and shape into rings.
- Boil water with baking soda and cook bagels 30 to 60 seconds per side.
- Transfer to baking sheet, add seeds.
- Bake for 20 to 22 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Do not skip boiling for proper texture.
- Use warm, not hot water for yeast.
- Store in airtight container for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg