Description
Looking for the best homemade bagels? This quick and easy recipe delivers simple, healthy, chewy bagels perfect for breakfast or brunch! Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned baker, these easy bagels are a great idea for weekends, meal prep, and freezer-friendly snacks.
Ingredients
- 4 cups bread flour
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon honey (for boiling water)
- Toppings: sesame seeds, poppy seeds, everything seasoning
Instructions
- Mix warm water, yeast, and sugar and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Add flour and salt and knead until dough is smooth (10 minutes).
- Let dough rise for 1 hour, covered, in a warm spot.
- Punch down, divide into 8 pieces, and shape into bagels.
- Boil bagels in honey water for 1 minute per side.
- Place on baking sheet and add desired toppings.
- Bake at 425°F for 20–22 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Use bread flour for a chewier texture.
- Make dough ahead and rise overnight in fridge.
- Try fillings like cheese or cinnamon inside the dough.
- Freeze sliced bagels and toast directly from frozen.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American