🥯Boiling the dough before baking gives bagels their signature chewy texture.
🌿Make your own everything bagel seasoning for a perfect blend of flavors.
🍞Using a bread maker simplifies the dough-making process.
🕑The dough needs to rise and proof before shaping and baking.
🔥Preheat the oven to 375°F before baking the bagels.
Can I make the dough by hand instead of using a bread maker?
—Yes, you can mix the ingredients in a bowl and knead by hand. Let the dough rise for about an hour before shaping.
Can I use all-purpose flour instead of bread flour?
—Yes, all-purpose flour works as well, although the texture may be slightly different.
Can I freeze the bagels for later?
—Absolutely! Let the bagels cool completely, then wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and freeze. Reheat in a toaster or oven when ready to enjoy.
Does the honey or sugar affect the taste of the bagels?
—The honey or sugar is mainly used to sweeten the water for boiling the bagels. It does not significantly affect the overall taste of the bagels.
Can I add extra toppings to the bagels?
—Definitely! Feel free to experiment with different toppings like sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or cheese.
00:00Introduction and overview of making bagels for the week's baking session.
01:16Introduction to a simplified bagel recipe compared to a previous one demonstrated.
06:07Unloading hay between bagel preparation steps.
08:50Returning to the kitchen to continue bagel making process.
10:35Shaping dough into bagels and preparation for boiling.
12:19Prepping a tray with parchment paper and seasoning mixture.
14:25Boiling bagels in water sweetened with honey.
16:39Brushing bagels with egg white and sprinkling with seasoning before baking.
