Homemade bagels | boiled New York / Montreal style hybrid

How to Make Homemade Bagels: Step-by-Step Tutorial

1. Gather Your Ingredients: You will need flour, honey (or sugar), dry yeast, salt, and water. Optionally, you can use malted barley syrup for a more traditional flavor.

2. Mix the Dough: In a bowl, combine the flour, honey, dry yeast, and salt. Add water gradually and knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic. The dough should be dry to achieve chewy bagels.

3. Let the Dough Rest: Cover the dough and let it rest for about an hour to allow the yeast to work its magic.

4. Divide and Shape the Dough: Divide the dough into 12 equal parts and shape them into balls. Use scissors to snip the dough and form the classic bagel shape with a hole in the center.

5. Proof the Bagels: Let the shaped bagels proof for about 20-30 minutes to relax the gluten and develop a smoother surface. Alternatively, you can refrigerate them for a slow fermentation process for enhanced flavor.

6. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to get it ready for baking the bagels.

7. Boil the Bagels: Boil a pot of water with honey or barley syrup added for sweetness. Boil the bagels for a minute on each side to achieve a chewier texture and thicker crust.

8. Add Toppings: While the bagels are still wet, you can add your desired toppings such as sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or the popular "everything bagel seasoning."

9. Bake the Bagels: Place the boiled and topped bagels in the preheated oven and bake them until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.

10. Enjoy Your Bagels: Once baked, let the bagels cool slightly before slicing them and enjoying them with your favorite spreads or fillings.

11. Storage Tips: You can freeze the bagels for future use by wrapping them tightly in plastic wrap and placing them in the freezer. To enjoy them later, simply toast them until they are warm and crispy.

12. Optional Egg Topping: If you prefer, you can add an egg wash to the bagels before baking for a shiny finish.

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By following these steps, you can create delicious homemade bagels that are perfect for breakfast or any time of the day. Experiment with different toppings and flavors to customize your bagels to your liking.