How to Make Boiled Bagels - A Step-by-Step Guide

Boiled bagels are a beloved breakfast staple that have been enjoyed for generations. These delectable treats are known for their chewy texture and slightly crispy crust, which makes them the perfect vehicle for your favorite spreads and toppings. Whether you enjoy them plain, with a smear of cream cheese, or piled high with lox and capers, boiled bagels are sure to please even the pickiest of palates.

Creating the perfect boiled bagel requires a few key ingredients and a lot of love a...

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Ingredients

  • 4 ¼ cups all-purpose flour, divided, or as needed
  • 2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
  • 1 ½ cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
  • 4 tablespoons white sugar, divided
  • 1 tablespoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 50 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 dozen

  • Combine 1 1/2 cups flour and yeast in a large bowl. Mix water, 3 tablespoons sugar, and salt together; add to dry ingredients. Beat with a mixer for half a minute at low speed, scraping the sides of the bowl clean. Beat at a higher speed for 3 minutes. Then mix in enough flour by hand to make a moderately stiff dough.
  • Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, 8 to 10 minutes. Cover and let rest for 15 minutes.
  • Cut into 12 portions and shape into smooth balls. Poke a hole in the center with your finger, and gently enlarge the hole while working the bagel into a uniform shape. Cover and let rise for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, start a gallon of water boiling. Add in remaining 1 tablespoon sugar and mix it around a bit. Reduce to simmering.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • When bagels have risen, put 4 or 5 bagels into the water and cook for 7 minutes, turning once. Drain.
  • Place drained bagels on a greased baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes. Remove from the oven and eat hot or cold.
  • Nutrition

    181 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 584mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 38g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Calcium: 9mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 71mg