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Salted Rosemary Wheat Bagels Recipe

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  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 bagels
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These homemade wheat bagels are chewy, hearty, and infused with fragrant rosemary and flaky sea salt. Perfect for breakfast sandwiches, cream cheese spreads, or enjoying fresh from the oven, these artisan bagels combine whole wheat nutrition with the classic bagel texture achieved through boiling and baking.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 2 cups (250g) bread flour
  • 1½ cups (180g) whole wheat flour
  • 2¼ tsp (7g) instant yeast
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1¼ cups (300ml) warm water
  • 1½ tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped

For Boiling

  • 8 cups water
  • 1 tbsp honey

Topping

  • Flaky sea salt
  • Extra chopped rosemary

Instructions

  1. Activate yeast: In a small bowl, mix together warm water, honey, and instant yeast. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes until it becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Make the dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine bread flour, whole wheat flour, salt, and chopped rosemary. Pour in the yeast mixture and stir to form a firm dough.
  3. Knead the dough: Transfer the dough onto a clean, floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  4. First rise: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  5. Shape the bagels: Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a round ball, then create a hole in the center with your finger to form the classic bagel shape. Place them on a floured surface and let rest for 15 minutes.
  6. Prepare boiling water: In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water and 1 tablespoon honey to a gentle boil over medium heat.
  7. Boil the bagels: Carefully drop the bagels into the boiling water, cooking them for 30 seconds on each side. Boiling helps create the traditional chewy texture.
  8. Arrange for baking: Remove the boiled bagels with a slotted spoon and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  9. Add toppings: Sprinkle the bagels with extra chopped rosemary and flaky sea salt for added flavor and texture.
  10. Bake: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake the bagels for 20–22 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  11. Cool and serve: Remove the bagels from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack before slicing or serving.

Notes

  • Boiling the bagels before baking is essential to achieve their classic chewy texture.
  • Using bread flour provides the best structure and chewiness for the bagels.
  • Slice and freeze leftover bagels to keep them fresh longer and enjoy anytime.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Boiling & Baking
  • Cuisine: American Bakery Style

Find it online: https://justsosweet.com/salted-rosemary-wheat-bagels-recipe/