Indulge in the delightful world of homemade Bagels II, a recipe crafted with love and precision from lovewithrecipes.com. Elevate your breakfast game with these European-inspired, vegan, and healthy bagels that are not only low in cholesterol but also a hit with the kids. Perfect for weeknights, these oven-baked beauties require less than 4 hours from start to finish, making them an easy and satisfying choice for any occasion.
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Ingredients:
- 2 packages of active dry yeast
- 4 1/4 – 4 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups of water
- 3 tablespoons of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of salt
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 177.2
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 583.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 37.4g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Sugar: 3.3g
- Protein: 5.1g
Yield: 12 Bagels
Instructions:
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Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixer bowl, combine the active dry yeast and 1 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour.
- In a separate container, combine water, sugar, and salt. Add this mixture to the yeast mixture.
- Beat at low speed with an electric mixer for half a minute, ensuring to scrape the sides of the bowl constantly.
- Increase the speed to high and continue beating for 3 minutes.
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Knead the Dough:
- Stir in enough of the remaining flour by hand to make a moderately stiff dough.
- Turn out the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth, taking about 5 to 8 minutes.
- Cover the dough and let it rest for 15 minutes.
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Shape the Bagels:
- Cut the dough into 12 portions and shape each into smooth balls.
- Punch a hole in the center of each ball using a floured finger.
- Gently pull to enlarge the hole, working each bagel into a uniform shape.
- Cover the bagels and let them rise for 20 minutes.
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Boil and Bake:
- In a large kettle, combine 1 gallon of water and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Bring it to a boil.
- Reduce the temperature to a simmer.
- Cook the bagels, 4 or 5 at a time, for 7 minutes, turning them once.
- Drain and place the boiled bagels on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake in a preheated 375 degrees oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown.
Savor the aroma as these bagels emerge from the oven, golden brown and perfectly baked. The delightful combination of chewiness and a slightly crisp crust will leave you reaching for seconds. Serve them with your favorite spreads, or enjoy them on their own – either way, Bagels II are a scrumptious addition to your breakfast or brunch repertoire. Share the love, share the bagels, and let the homemade goodness shine on your table. 🥯✨
