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The Ultimate Sourdough Bagels Recipe


  • Author: Elizabeth
  • Total Time: 8-12 hours (including rising time)

Ingredients

• 500g (4 cups) bread flour or high-gluten flour
• 100g (1/2 cup) active sourdough starter
• 10g (2 teaspoons) salt
• 325g (1 1/3 cups) warm water
• 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
• Baking soda for the boiling water


Instructions

  1. Mix the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread flour, sourdough starter, salt, and warm water. Using a wooden spoon or your hands, mix the ingredients until a shaggy dough forms. If using honey, stir it in at this stage.
  2. Knead the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, until the dough becomes smooth, elastic, and passes the windowpane test (when a small piece of dough can be stretched thin without tearing).
  3. First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise at room temperature for 8-12 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
  4. Divide and Shape: Gently punch down the dough to release any air bubbles. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and roll each piece into a smooth ball. Use your index finger to poke a hole in the center of each ball, then gently stretch the hole to create a bagel shape.
  5. Boil the Bagels: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1-2 tablespoons of baking soda. Carefully drop the shaped bagels into the boiling water, a few at a time, and let them simmer for 1 minute per side. This step is crucial for developing the signature chewy crust.
  6. Bake the Bagels: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the boiled bagels to the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, rotating the pan halfway, until the bagels are golden brown.
  7. Cool and Enjoy: Allow the bagels to cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy your homemade sourdough bagels with your favorite toppings, or simply savor them on their own.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Cuisine: Americans

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