Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Homemade Pretzel Bagels! These airy, buttery bagels combine the unique twist of a pretzel with the classic bagel shape, resulting in a treat thatβs perfect for brunch, snacks, or any gathering. With a simple dough made from pantry staples and topped with a sprinkle of pretzel salt, these bagels are sure to impress your family and friends. Serve them toasted with cream cheese, avocado, or your favorite spread for a delicious bite any time of the day. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or topped with your go-to ingredients, these pretzel bagels will quickly become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 2 cups warm water
- 1 packet instant yeast
- 1 tablespoon molasses or honey
- 5 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 6 tablespoons salted butter
- 1/4 cup baking soda
- 1 egg (beaten)
- Pretzel salt or flaky sea salt
Instructions
- In a stand mixer bowl fitted with a dough hook, combine warm water, yeast, molasses, flour, salt, and 2 tablespoons of softened butter. Mix until dough forms (about 1-2 minutes).
- Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 425Β°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Punch down the dough and divide into 10-12 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a bagel by poking a hole in the center and stretching it gently.
- Boil water with baking soda in a large pot. Boil each bagel for 3 minutes on one side and then flip to boil for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Transfer boiled bagels to the prepared baking sheet. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle generously with salt before baking for about 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Customize your bagels by adding toppings like sesame seeds or everything seasoning before baking. Experiment with different spreads such as nut butter or fruit jams to enhance your flavor experience.