Classic American Bagels Recipe

Name: Classic American Bagels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups flour; 1 teaspoon instant dry yeast; 4 teaspoons salt; 1 5/8 cups water; 2 1/2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 2 tablespoons salt; cornmeal

Servings: persons

1
In a medium bowl, combine flour, yeast, salt, water, honey, and olive oil.
2
Knead the dough in a food processor for 10 minutes.
3
Divide the dough into 12 balls and stretch them into strands 25 cms long. Wrap a strand around your hand and seal the two ends together, pressing lightly.
4
Arrange them on an oiled baking sheet and let rise 2 hours.
5
Preheat the oven to 225 degrees Celsius.
6
Heat 3 liters of water in a pot, add cornstarch, sugar and salt (2 tablespoon) and bring to a boil.
7
Poach the bagels for 2 minutes.
8
Arrange them on a baking sheet lined with buttered parchment paper and sprinkled with a pinch of cornmeal.
9
Lower the oven temperature to 215 C and bake for 20-25 minutes.

779

kcal

Calories

Fat

152

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cups flour, 1 teaspoon instant dry yeast, 4 teaspoons salt, 1 5/8 cups water, and more.

Yes, Classic American Bagels falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Classic American Bagels

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Variations & substitutions

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