The Ultimate Guide to Making Perfect Sourdough Bagels at Home
These homemade sourdough bagels are chewy, golden, and packed with rich, tangy flavor. With a simple process and wholesome ingredients, you’ll have bakery-quality bagels in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
- 100 g Sourdough Starter
- 500 g Bread Flour
- 250 ml Water
- 10 g Salt
- 1 tbsp Honey or Malt Syrup
- To taste Optional Toppings
Instructions
Prepare the Dough:
- Mix sourdough starter, bread flour, water, and salt until combined. Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Rest and Ferment:
- Let the dough rest for 30 minutes, then perform two rounds of stretching and folding (30 minutes apart). Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Shape the Bagels:
- Divide dough into 8 equal pieces (about 100g each). Shape into balls, then create a hole in the center and stretch gently. Rest for 1-2 hours.
Boil the Bagels:
- Boil water with 1 tbsp honey or malt syrup. Boil each bagel for 30 seconds on each side. Sprinkle toppings immediately after boiling.
Bake:
- Bake at 220°C (425°F) for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool before serving.
Notes
- Ensure your sourdough starter is active and bubbly for the best results.
- Bagels freeze well; toast or warm before serving.
- Experiment with toppings like cheese, cinnamon sugar, or seeds for variety.
Nutrition Information
- Calories: 270
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Protein: 9g
- Fat: 1g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg