Homemade NYC-Style Bagels

A taste of NYC at home!

Hey bagel aficionados! Let's talk about the art of making NYC-style bagels at home. Wondering why they're different from regular bagels? Eager to customize with your favorite toppings? Let's dive in and make some deliciousness!

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups warm water

• 2 tsp dry active yeast

• 4 1/2 tsp granulated sugar

• 3 1/2 cups bread flour

• 1 1/2 tsp fine grain salt

• 1 egg (for egg wash)

• Your favorite bagel toppings

The NYC-Style Difference:

NYC-style bagels boast a chewy texture and golden crust, achieved by a unique boiling process before baking.

Instructions:

Activate the Yeast:

1. Heat water to 110-115°F.

2. Mix 1/2 cup water with yeast and sugar. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes until it bubbles, then mix until everything dissolves.

Make the dough:

1. Whisk flour and salt in a large bowl.

2. Create a well in the flour, pour in the yeast-sugar mixture, and add an extra 1/2 cup of water.

3. Mix with your hands. Adjust water if the dough is too dry. I used 1 1/2 cups of water but you can use more/less depending on the environment in your house.

4. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 10 minutes.

5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp tea towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for one hour until it doubles in size.

Shaping Your Bagels:

1. Punch down the dough, let it rise for another 10 minutes.

2. Uncover the dough, place onto a cutting board & cut it into 8 equal pieces.

3. Roll each piece into a ball and use your flour-coated thumb to create a 1-1 1/2 inch hole in the center.

3. Place the bagels on a greased baking sheet, cover, and let them rise for another 10 minutes.

Boiling and Baking:

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F and bring a pot of water to a boil.

2. Boil the bagels, flipping after one minute on each side.

3. Transfer them back to the baking sheet, cover with egg wash and your favorite toppings.

4. Bake at 425°F for 20-25 minutes.

Why Fresh Bagels at Home Are the Best:

The aroma, the texture, the satisfaction of creating your own – there's nothing like enjoying a freshly baked bagel you made with love.

Customization Galore:

You can customize this dough to make any of your favorite bagels!

• Plain - coat with egg wash

• Everything - coat with egg wash & everything seasoning

• Jalapeño Cheddar - Top with shredded cheddar cheese & jalapeño slices.

• Blueberry - before cutting into 8 sections, add in fresh of frozen blueberries to the dough & knead into the dough.

• Cinnamon Crunch - before cutting into 8 sections, add in cinnamon & sugar to the dough & knead into the dough. Then top with a cinnamon streusel.

Freshness & Preservation:

Bagels stay fresh for 2-3 days. Freeze them for longer shelf life and toast to revive.

Flour Matters:

Bread flour contributes a distinct and desirable texture to a bagel. Its higher protein content results in increased gluten formation during kneading, providing the characteristic chewiness and density associated with traditional bagels. This unique texture sets bagels made with bread flour apart, offering a satisfying and hearty bite that is synonymous with the classic New York City-style bagel.

Ways to Enjoy:

Toast with cream cheese, create a breakfast sandwich, or savor the simplicity of toasted with butter – the possibilities are endless!

Slice, Savor, Share:

Allow the bagels to cool, slice, and enjoy! I made a bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich – pure bliss! 🥯🍳🧀 #BakingAdventure #BagelMagic #HomemadeJoy

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