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Homemade Bagels: The Best Soft & Chewy Recipe for Everyone

Homemade Bagels
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Learn how to make delicious homemade bagels that are soft and chewy with this easy-to-follow recipe.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 1/2 cups warm water
  • 1 tablespoon barley malt syrup (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons baking soda (for boiling)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add the flour and salt to the yeast mixture, and mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Let the dough rise in a greased bowl, covered with a damp cloth, for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  5. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Boil a large pot of water and add the baking soda.
  6. Divide the dough into equal pieces and shape them into bagels.
  7. Boil each bagel for about 30 seconds on each side, then transfer to a baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Let cool on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

  • For a shiny crust, brush them with an egg wash before baking.
  • Add toppings like sesame seeds or poppy seeds before baking.

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