Sourdough Bagel Recipe The Ultimate Homemade Guide
This recipe provides a step-by-step guide to making delicious homemade sourdough bagels with a perfect chewy texture and a crisp outer crust.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup sourdough starter active and bubbly
- 1.5 cups water lukewarm
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 packet instant yeast (optional for faster rise)
- 4.5 cups bread flour plus extra for dusting
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon honey for boiling the bagels
- 1 tablespoon baking soda for boiling the bagels
- 1 egg egg wash whisked
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for topping
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large bowl, combine the sourdough starter, water, and sugar. Mix well until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the instant yeast, bread flour, and salt to the bowl. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm area for 2-4 hours until doubled in size.
- Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces, shape them into balls, and let them rest for 10 minutes.
- Shape each ball into a bagel and place on a floured baking sheet. Cover and let rest again for 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add honey and baking soda.
- Boil each bagel for 1 minute on each side, then remove with a slotted spoon and place back on the baking sheet.
- Brush the tops of the bagels with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For best results, use freshly fed and active sourdough starter. For additional flavor, try topping with your choice of seeds, flakes, or herbs.