Bialys Recipe

Ingredients for Bialys

• Warm Water
• 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Bread Flour
• 3 1/2 cups (420g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
• Oil
• Poppy Seeds
• Onion

How to Make Bialys

1. In a large bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and caraway seeds.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled 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.
6. Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces.
7. Shape each piece into a smooth ball and flatten slightly. Make a deep indentation in the center of each ball with your thumb.
8. Place the bialys onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Cover the bialys loosely with plastic wrap and let rise for another 30 minutes.
10. Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).
11. Before baking, brush the bialys with water and sprinkle with coarse salt and additional caraway seeds (optional).
12. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
13. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before serving.