There’s something irresistibly comforting about a fresh, homemade bagel. It’s a warm treat that has a special way of brightening any morning. Personally I remember the weekends during my junior year of college when my roommate and I would dedicate our Saturday mornings once every month to baking bagels from scratch. We’d start with a burst of laughter and a few friendly debates over the best bagel toppings, and before long, the kitchen would be filled with the enticing aroma of our homemade bagels.
Bagels are the epitome of comfort food—simple yet satisfying. They’re not only a quick and easy breakfast option but also a canvas for your culinary creativity. From classic plain bagels to varieties like cinnamon raisin, jalapeño cheddar, and everything bagels, you can customize them to suit any palate. Each bite offers a delightful combination of crisp exterior and soft, chewy interior that’s hard to resist.
Making bagels at home might seem like a scary task, but with a few key ingredients and the right techniques, it’s surprisingly straightforward. And trust me, the result is well worth the effort. Imagine pulling warm, golden-brown bagels out of your oven, fresh and fragrant, ready to be enjoyed with your favorite spreads or toppings. This process not only fills your home with a mouthwatering aroma but also brings a sense of accomplishment and joy.
So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to embark on a bagel-making adventure! Whether you’re baking for yourself or sharing with loved ones, homemade bagels are sure to become a beloved addition to your culinary repertoire. Let’s dive into the recipe and create bagels that will make every morning a little brighter.
For our bagel-baking adventure, a Sharp Superheated Steam Oven was a game-changer. Its versatile functions made the process smoother and more enjoyable. We used the Steam Proof setting to help the dough rise perfectly, and the Steam Bake feature gave our bagels a beautifully crisp crust while keeping the insides soft and tender. This oven truly enhanced the baking experience, ensuring our homemade bagels turned out just right every time.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons yeast
- 3 1/4 cups all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 egg white
For Boiling
- 10 cups water
- 1/4 cup honey
Cinnamon Raisin
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup raisins golden or black
Jalapeno Cheddar
- 1 jalapeno very thinly sliced
- 3/4 cup cheddar cheese divided
Everything Bagels
- 3 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
Instructions
- Add the warm water, brown sugar, and yeast to the bowl of a stand mixer. Whisk together, and then let sit for 5 minutes, allowing the years to proof.
2. To the mixer bowl, add the flour and salt. With the dough hook, mix the flour into the yeast mixture on a low setting. Once the flour and water have combined into a dough, increase the speed and knead the dough for 3-5 minutes. If the dough seems too dry, add 1/2 tablespoon of water to help it come together. If it seems too wet, add 1 tablespoon of flour.
3. Grease a medium sized mixing bowl with olive oil. Add the dough, and cover with a thin towel.
4. Turn the Sharp Smart Combi Built-in Steam Oven to Steam Proof. Place the bowl with the dough in the oven, and set it for 20 minutes.
5. Flip the bagel dough out onto a cutting board, and cut the dough into 6 equal sized pieces.
6. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
7. Shape each section of dough into a disc, and then press a hole into the center, stretching it out to about 2 inches. Add each piece of shaped dough to the baking tray.
8. Boil the water and honey. Add 2-3 bagels into the boiling water, pressing down so the tops and bottoms both cook, for about 2 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove the bagels from the boiling water, placing it back on the parchment-lined baking tray.
9. Brush each bagel with egg white.
10. Set the Sharp Superheated Steam Oven to Steam Bake on the Bread Setting at 425º F for 20 minutes. Once the oven has preheated, add the baking tray and bake the bagels.
Jalapeno Cheddar
- After kneading the dough in the mixer, add the thinly sliced jalapeños and 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese. Turn the stand mixer back on, so the jalapeños and cheese are mixed into the dough evenly. If necessary, knead them further into the dough before adding the dough to the mixing bowl to proof.
- After shaping the bagels, sprinkle the tops of each one with additional cheddar cheese.
Everything Bagels
After brushing the bagels with egg white, sprinkle heavily with Everything Bagel seasoning.
Cinnamon Raisin
After kneading the dough in the mixer, add the sugar, cinnamon, and raisins, and turn the mixer back on to evenly mix into the dough. Knead the dough by hand if needed to evenly mix the raisins into the dough.
Notes
Nutrition facts are for plain bagels without additions.
For the freshest tasting bagels, enjoy them the same day they are baked. Store refrigerated for 2-3 days, or frozen wrapped tightly for up to 3 months. For the freshest tasting reheated bagels, warm them in the Sharp Superheated Steam Oven on the Steam/Bake setting at 400º for 5 minutes.
Baking homemade bagels is a rewarding and delightful experience, turning an ordinary morning into something special. With the right ingredients and a bit of patience, you can enjoy fresh, warm bagels that rival any bakery’s offering. Thanks to the Sharp Smart Combi Steam Oven, this process becomes even more enjoyable, making it easier to achieve perfect results every time. Whether you opt for classic plain, sweet cinnamon raisin, spicy jalapeño cheddar, or the ever-popular everything bagel, each bite is a testament to your culinary efforts and creativity. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and indulge in the simple pleasure of homemade bagels. They’re sure to become a staple in your kitchen, bringing comfort and joy to your breakfast routine.
Homemade Bagels
A real weekend treat! These homemade bagels are customizable. Read our instructions for making cinnamon raisin, jalapeno cheddar, or everything bagels. The bread setting gives these a chewy exterior and super soft interior.
Ingredients
- Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons yeast
- 3 1/4 cups all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 egg white
- For Boiling
- 10 cups water
- 1/4 cup honey
- Cinnamon Raisin
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup raisins golden or black
- Jalapeno Cheddar
- 1 jalapeno very thinly sliced
- 3/4 cup cheddar cheese divided
- Everything Bagels
- 3 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
Instructions
Add the warm water, brown sugar, and yeast to the bowl of a stand mixer. Whisk together, and then let sit for 5 minutes, allowing the years to proof.
To the mixer bowl, add the flour and salt. With the dough hook, mix the flour into the yeast mixture on a low setting. Once the flour and water have combined into a dough, increase the speed and knead the dough for 3-5 minutes. If the dough seems too dry, add 1/2 tablespoon of water to help it come together. If it seems too wet, add 1 tablespoon of flour.
Grease a medium sized mixing bowl with olive oil. Add the dough, and cover with a thin towel.
Turn the Sharp SuperSteam+ Built-in Wall Oven to Steam Proof. Place the bowl with the dough in the oven, and set it for 20 minutes.
Flip the bagel dough out onto a cutting board, and cut the dough into 6 equal sized pieces.
Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Shape each section of dough into a disc, and then press a hole into the center, stretching it out to about 2 inches. Add each piece of shaped dough to the baking tray.
Boil the water and honey. Add 2-3 bagels into the boiling water, pressing down so the tops and bottoms both cook, for about 2 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove the bagels from the boiling water, placing it back on the parchment lined baking tray.
Brush each bagel with egg white.
Set the Sharp SuperSteam+ Built-in Wall Oven to Steam Bake on the Bread Setting at 425º F for 20 minutes. Once the oven has preheated, add the baking tray and bake the bagels.
Jalapeno Cheddar
After kneading the dough in the mixer, add the thinly sliced jalapeños and 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese. Turn the stand mixer back on, so the jalapeños and cheese are mixed into the dough evenly. If necessary, knead them further into the dough before adding the dough to the mixing bowl to proof.
After shaping the bagels, sprinkle the tops of each one with additional cheddar cheese.
Everything Bagels
After brushing the bagels with egg white, sprinkle heavily with Everything Bagel seasoning.
Cinnamon Raisin
After kneading the dough in the mixer, add the sugar, cinnamon, and raisins, and turn the mixer back on to evenly mix into the dough. Knead the dough by hand if needed to evenly mix the raisins into the dough.
Nutrition
- 288kcal Calories
- 60g Carbohydrates
- 1g Fat
- 3g Fiber
- 9g Protein
- 1g Saturated fat
- 420mg Sodium
- 7g Sugar
Notes
Nutrition facts are for plain bagels without additions. For the freshest tasting bagels, enjoy them the same day they are baked. Store refrigerated for 2-3 days, or frozen wrapped tightly for up to 3 months. For the freshest tasting reheated bagels, warm them in the SuperSteam+ Built-in Wall Oven on the Steam/Bake setting at 400º for 5 minutes.
