Sourdough Bagels Recipe
These sourdough bagels are chewy, flavorful, and topped with a delicious combination of cheese and jalapeños. Perfect for breakfast or a savory snack!
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 1 cup active sourdough starter bubbly and fed
- 1 ½ cups warm water
- 4 cups bread flour
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
For Boiling:
- 8 cups water
- 1 tbsp honey or sugar
For Topping, optional
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- fresh jalapeños thinly sliced
Instructions
Make the Dough
- In a large bowl, mix the active sourdough starter, warm water, and sugar until combined.1 cup active sourdough starter, 1 ½ cups warm water, 1 tbsp sugar
- Add the bread flour and salt, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.4 cups bread flour, 2 tsp salt
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. You can also knead it in a stand mixer using a hook attachment.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let it rise at room temperature for 8-10 hours (overnight) until doubled in size.
- You can place it in the fridge overnight if your kitchen is higher than 75F, pull it out in the morning and allow it to double in size at room temperature if it hasn't in the fridge yet.
Easy Shaping Method
- Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball.
- Poke a hole in the center of each ball with your finger and stretch it to form a bagel shape, about 2 inches wide.
- Place the bagels on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover with a damp towel, and let rest for 30-60 minutes.
Boil the Bagels:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F .
- Bring 8 cups of water and honey to a boil in a large pot.8 cups water, 1 tbsp honey or sugar
- Drop 2-3 bagels at a time into the boiling water. Boil for 30-45 seconds on each side, then remove with a slotted spoon.
Add Toppings(optional) and Bake:
- Place boiled bagels back on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Top each bagel generously with the cheese and jalapeños if using.1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, fresh jalapeños
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bagels are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly crispy.
- Let the bagels cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before serving. Pair with cream cheese or enjoy as-is!
Notes
Pro Tips:
• For extra flavor, sprinkle a little garlic powder or smoked paprika over the cheese topping.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container and toast before serving to refresh their texture.
• For extra flavor, sprinkle a little garlic powder or smoked paprika over the cheese topping.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container and toast before serving to refresh their texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 317Calories | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 687mg | Potassium: 74mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 143IU | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 1mg
