🥯 Bagel Formula

Knead: Speed 2, 10 minutes (stiff dough)

Boil: 1 minute each side

Bake: 425°F, 20 minutes

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Ingredients:

• 4 cups (500g) bread flour
• 1½ cups (360ml) warm water
• 2 tbsp sugar (divided)
• 2¼ tsp instant yeast
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp honey (for boiling water)

Step 1: Make Dough (Speed 2, 10 min)

• Attach dough hook
• Mix flour, 1 tbsp sugar, yeast, salt
• Add warm water
• Knead on speed 2 for 10 minutes
• Dough will be VERY stiff (normal for bagels!)

Step 2: Shape

• So, divide into 8 equal pieces
• Roll each into smooth ball
• Poke hole in center with finger
• Honestly, stretch hole to 2″ diameter
• Place on parchment paper

Step 3: Boil (Critical!)

• Honestly, bring large pot of water + honey + 1 tbsp sugar to boil
• Boil bagels 1 minute per side
• Remove with slotted spoon
• Place on baking sheet

⚠️ Don’t skip boiling—this creates the chewy texture!

Step 4: Bake

• Preheat oven to 425°F
• Add toppings (if using)
• Bake 20-25 minutes
• Until deep golden brown

• Everything Bagel: Sesame, poppy, garlic, onion, salt
• Cinnamon Raisin: Add to dough before kneading
• Jalapeño Cheddar: Mix into dough
• Sesame: Brush with egg wash, coat with seeds

🥯 Success Tips

Bagel dough is STIFF—that’s correct! Your KitchenAid handles it perfectly on speed 2. Well, the boiling step is non-negotiable for that authentic chewy texture. Well, fresh homemade bagels are 100x better than store-bought!