Description
Cheddar Bagels are a delicious twist on the classic bagel, featuring sharp cheddar cheese for added flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups bread flour
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (about 110°F)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (one packet)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon honey or barley malt syrup
Instructions
- Stir the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast together in a small bowl. Let it sit for 10 minutes until a thick, foamy head develops.
- Combine the bread flour, salt, and yeast mixture in a large bowl. Stir in half a cup of shredded cheddar.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for 60 to 90 minutes.
- Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal portions. Roll each into a ball and poke a hole through the center with your thumb.
- Drop the bagels into a pot of boiling water mixed with honey or barley malt syrup. Boil for 1 minute per side.
- Brush the boiled bagels with an egg wash and pile the remaining sharp cheddar on top.
- Bake at 425°F for 20 to 25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden.
- Let them cool slightly so the internal crumb sets perfectly.
Notes
- Ensure the water is warm, not hot, to activate the yeast.
- Use high-protein bread flour for the best texture.
- Allow adequate rising time for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cheddar Bagels, bagel recipe, baked goods