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Sourdough bagel recipe

Sourdough bagel recipe: Guide for perfect results

This sourdough bagel recipe embraces the slow art of fermentation, creating bagels with a tangy depth of flavor, chewy texture, and enhanced nutritional benefits. Naturally leavened, these bagels are easier to digest and stay fresh longer.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

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  • 100g active sourdough starter
  • 255g warm water
  • 40g honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
  • 10g sea salt
  • 500g all-purpose or bread flour

Instructions

  • Prepare Starter: Feed your starter 4–12 hours before baking.
  • Make Dough: Mix starter, water, honey, and salt. Add flour and knead for 3–6 minutes.
  • First Rise: Let dough ferment for 8–12 hours.
  • Shape Bagels: Divide into 6 pieces, roll into balls, and create a hole in the center.
  • Boil Bagels: Boil in water for 2 minutes per side (add baking soda for extra chew).
  • Bake: Bake at 425°F (400°F for lower altitudes) for 15–25 minutes until golden brown.
  • Author: Noureddine
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15–25 minutes
  • Method: Fermentation, boiling, baking
  • Cuisine: Traditional, Artisan Baking

Keywords: Sourdough bagels, homemade bagels, fermented bread, chewy bagels, healthy bagels, artisan baking