Everything Bagel Recipe
These homemade Everything Bagels are a delightful blend of chewy texture and savory toppings, perfect for any meal!
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Kitchen Thermometer
- Slotted Spoon
Ingredients
For the Bagels:
- 2 cups warm water
- 1 ½ tablespoons active dry yeast
- 2 ½ teaspoons packed light brown sugar
- 4 ⅔ cups bread flour (plus extra, if needed)
- 1 ¾ teaspoons salt
- 1 large egg white
- 1 tablespoon water (to mix with egg white for egg wash)
- 1 ½ tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, active dry yeast, and brown sugar. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- Once the yeast is activated, add the bread flour and salt to the mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl, covering it with a clean kitchen towel. Allow it to rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
- Once your dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and shape them into bagels.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Boil the bagels for 1-2 minutes on each side. Remove with a slotted spoon.
- Brush the boiled bagels with the egg wash and sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and bake the bagels for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow the bagels to cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add garlic or onion powder to the dough.
- Keep dough covered while shaping to prevent drying out.
- Experiment with different toppings and herbs!
- Boiling is crucial for achieving the bagel's chewy texture.