Recipe For Homemade Bagels

Introduction

Ingredients

• 3 cups of bread flour
• 1 tablespoon of sugar
• 1 tablespoon of instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1 1/4 cups of warm water
• 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
• 1 egg white
• 1 tablespoon of water

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
2. Add the warm water and vegetable oil. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with a damp cloth. Let it rise for 1 hour in a warm place.
5. Punch down the dough and divide it into six equal pieces.
6. Form each piece into a ball and poke a hole in the center with your finger.
7. Gently stretch the hole to make it bigger and shape the bagel into a ring. Repeat for all six bagels.
8. Place the bagels on a greased baking sheet and cover with a damp cloth. Let them rise for another 30 minutes.
9. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
10. In a small bowl, whisk the egg white and water.
11. Brush the egg wash over the bagels.
12. Bake the bagels for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
13. Let the bagels cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition

• Calories: 230
• Protein: 8g
• Fat: 2g
• Carbohydrates: 48g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 3g
• Sodium: 390mg

Tips

• Use bread flour instead of all-purpose flour for a chewier bagel.
• Make sure the water is warm but not too hot, or it will kill the yeast.
• Let the dough rise in a warm place, such as near a window or a warm oven.
• Don't skip the egg wash as it gives the bagels a shiny and golden crust.
• Experiment with different toppings, such as sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or everything bagel seasoning.
• Store the bagels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze them for later.

Conclusion