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Berry Bagels Recipe

Craving chewy, sweet, and bursting-with-berry bagels? This recipe, perfected through countless experiments, delivers the ultimate homemade bagel experience. These aren't your average bagels—they're packed with juicy berries and a delightful sweetness that will have you hooked! Prepare for a delightful baking journey!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 180 mins
Calories 252.9 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Berry Bagels

  • 1 cup (240ml) warm water (105-115°F)
  • 3 tablespoons sugar (2 tablespoons for dough, 1 tablespoon for boiling water)
  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 4-5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • Not used in recipe; recipe calls for 1 cup fresh or frozen berries
  • Not used in recipe; recipe calls for 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • As needed, for sprinkling
  • As needed, for greasing bowl (or other oil/cooking spray)
  • As needed, for lining baking sheets
  • 1 large egg (for egg wash)
  • 12 cups water (for boiling) + 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen berries
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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How to Make Berry Bagels

  1. In a large bowl, combine 1 teaspoon of active dry yeast, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and 1 cup (240ml) of warm water (105-115°F).
  2. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  3. In a separate bowl, gently mix 1 cup of your favorite berries (fresh or frozen) with 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together 4-5 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 ½ teaspoons of salt.
  5. Add the yeast mixture to the flour mixture. Stir with a strong spoon or wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, adding more flour as needed, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  7. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  8. Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces.
  9. Gently flatten each piece of dough. Place a spoonful (about 1 tablespoon) of the berry mixture in the center of each piece.
  10. Fold the dough over the berry filling, pinching the edges to seal tightly.
  11. Using your thumb, create a hole in the center of each bagel, being careful not to let the berries escape.
  12. Place the shaped bagels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let them rise for another 15-20 minutes.
  13. While the bagels rise, bring 12 cups of water and 1 tablespoon of sugar to a boil in a large pot.
  14. Gently boil the bagels in batches for 1 minute per side (2 minutes total).
  15. Remove the bagels with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack to cool slightly.
  16. Sprinkle cornmeal on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Arrange the boiled bagels on the prepared baking sheet.
  17. Brush each bagel with an egg wash (1 large egg beaten with 1 tablespoon of water).
  18. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25-28 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

1g

Carbs

17g

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Time To Make Course Preparation Healthy Breads Low Fat Dietary Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Healthy 2 Yeast Low In Something 4 Hours Or Less