Authentic NY Bagel Recipe
The Authentic NY Bagel Recipe brings the classic New York taste to your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups bread flour high gluten
- 1 packet 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 1/4 cups warm water 110°F / 45°C
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon malt syrup optional, for boiling
- Toppings sesame seeds, poppy seeds, everything seasoning
Instructions
Activate the yeast
- Mix warm water and sugar in a small bowl. Sprinkle yeast on top. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
Make the dough
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Pour yeast mixture. Mix until dough forms and becomes elastic.
Knead the dough
- Knead on floured surface for 8–10 minutes. Dough should be smooth, soft, and slightly sticky.
First rise
- Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover with a towel. Let it rise for 1 hour until it doubles in size.
Shape the bagels
- Divide dough into 6 equal pieces. Roll each into a ball. Poke a hole in the center with your finger. Stretch gently.
Second rise
- Place shaped bagels on parchment paper. Cover and let them rise for 20 minutes. They should puff slightly.
Preheat oven
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Boil the bagels
- Boil water in a large pot. Add malt syrup or sugar. Boil bagels 1–2 minutes per side using a slotted spoon.
Add toppings
- Remove from water. Place on parchment paper. Sprinkle sesame, poppy, or everything seasoning on top.
Bake the bagels
- Bake in preheated oven for 20–25 minutes until golden brown. Check bottom for doneness.
Cool the bagels
- Transfer to cooling rack. Let cool 10–15 minutes before slicing.
Serve and enjoy
- Serve warm with cream cheese, butter or smoked salmon. Store leftovers in airtight container.
Notes
- Use high-gluten flour for chewy texture.
- Do not overboil; 1–2 minutes per side is enough.
- Add cinnamon and raisins for sweet bagels.
- Use everything seasoning for classic NY style.
- Freeze raw dough for later use.
- Brush with egg wash before baking for shiny crust.
- Add cheese or herbs for savory flavor.
- Let dough rise longer for airier bagels.
- Use honey instead of sugar for natural sweetness.