Description
Wake up to the irresistible aroma of homemade New York-style bagels—chewy on the inside, golden and crisp on the outside. This easy bagel recipe is perfect for anyone looking for a quick breakfast idea, a fun weekend baking project, or healthy snack prep. These bagels are authentic, freeze beautifully, and taste just like the ones from your favorite city deli. Whether you love savory breakfast ideas or need delicious food ideas for brunch, these are a must-try. Classic, satisfying, and made with simple ingredients—these easy bagels are a total win!
Ingredients
4 cups bread flour
1 tablespoon instant yeast
1 1/2 cups warm water
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon barley malt syrup (or honey/brown sugar)
1 egg (for optional egg wash)
Assorted toppings (sesame seeds, poppy seeds, everything seasoning)
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, mix together bread flour, instant yeast, salt, and warm water until a rough dough forms.
2. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
3. Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise for 60–90 minutes or until doubled in size.
4. Punch down the dough and divide into 8 equal pieces. Shape each into a ball, poke a hole in the center, and gently stretch into a bagel shape. Let rest for 10–15 minutes.
5. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Bring a large pot of water to a boil and stir in barley malt syrup.
6. Boil bagels 2–3 at a time for 45–60 seconds per side. Remove with a slotted spoon.
7. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Immediately sprinkle with toppings.
8. Optionally brush with egg wash for a glossy finish.
9. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown, rotating the tray halfway through.
10. Cool on a wire rack before serving or storing.
Notes
For best results, weigh the dough into equal portions before shaping for even baking.
Don’t skip the boiling step—it’s what gives bagels their unique crust and chew.
If freezing, slice the bagels first for easy reheating straight from the freezer.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking & Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg