Bagels Recipe
Description: Enjoy the delightful experience of making and sharing this Bagels recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. These bagels are perfect for any occasion and are sure to impress your friends and family with their delicious taste and chewy texture.
Recipe Category: Yeast Breads 🍞
Keywords: Breads, Grains, European, Vegan, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 254.4
- Fat Content: 1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 0.1mg
- Sodium Content: 892.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 53.8g
- Fiber Content: 2g
- Sugar Content: 8.3g
- Protein Content: 6.4g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Fresh yeast |
| 10 | Water |
| 6 | Bread flour |
| 2 | Granulated sugar |
| 1/2 | Kosher salt |
| 1 | Vital wheat gluten |
| 1 | Bread flour (additional for mixing) |
| 10 | Additional toppings (optional) |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Sponge:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh yeast, 10 oz of water, and 6 oz of bread flour.
- Stir the mixture until it forms a smooth batter.
- Cover the bowl and let the sponge ferment for at least 20 minutes.
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Mix the Dough:
- Once the sponge is ready, add 2 teaspoons of malt powder, granulated sugar, vital wheat gluten, and the remaining bread flour (10 oz) to the bowl.
- Mix the ingredients together until they form a rough dough.
- Knead the dough for about 8 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
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Incorporate Flavorings:
- Add the kosher salt and any desired flavorings to the dough.
- Continue to knead the dough for an additional 2 minutes until the flavorings are evenly distributed.
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Fermentation:
- Shape the dough into a round ball and cover it with a clean kitchen towel.
- Let the dough ferment for about 15 minutes to allow it to rise and develop flavor.
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Shaping the Bagels:
- Divide the dough into 3 oz pieces and shape each piece into a ball.
- Use your thumb to poke a hole in the middle of each ball, then gently stretch and shape the dough to form a bagel.
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Boiling the Bagels:
- In a large pot, bring 1 gallon of water to a boil and add 3 tablespoons of malt powder.
- Carefully drop the shaped bagels into the boiling water and poach them for 1 minute on each side.
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Toppings (Optional):
- While the bagels are still wet, sprinkle them with additional toppings such as poppy or sesame seeds if desired.
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Baking:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (convection) or 400°F (conventional).
- Place the boiled and topped bagels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the bagels for about 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
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Enjoy!
- Once baked, let the bagels cool slightly before serving.
- Enjoy your homemade bagels with your favorite spreads or as sandwich bases for a delicious meal!
These homemade bagels are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any time you’re craving a tasty and satisfying treat. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you’ll love making these bagels again and again!
