Blueberry Bagels
Delight in homemade blueberry bagels with a soft, chewy texture and bursts of fresh blueberries, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 bagels
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 1/2 cups bread flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 1/4 cups warm water (110°F)
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 tbsp malt syrup or honey (for boiling water)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, dissolve sugar and yeast in warm water. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl, combine bread flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture. Mix to form a dough.
- Knead dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Gently fold in the fresh blueberries, trying not to crush them.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
- Divide dough into 8 equal pieces. Shape each into a ball, then poke a hole through the center to form a bagel shape.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add malt syrup or honey.
- Boil bagels, 2-3 at a time, for 1 minute on each side. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, sprinkle coarse sugar or cinnamon on top before baking, or serve toasted with cream cheese.