Ingredients (makes 6)
• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp instant yeast
• 1 tbsp sugar
• ¾ cup warm water
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp honey (for boiling water)
• Egg wash (1 egg + splash of water)
• Sesame or poppy seeds (optional)
Instructions
1. Make dough: Mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add warm water and knead until smooth (8–10 min).
2. Rise: Cover and let sit 1 hour until doubled.
3. Shape: Divide into 6 balls. Poke a hole in the center and stretch into bagel shapes.
4. Boil: Boil water with 1 tbsp honey. Boil each bagel 30–45 seconds per side.
5. Bake: Brush with egg wash, add seeds, and bake at 220°C / 425°F for 15–18 minutes until golden.
Easy Homemade Bagels (Short, Foolproof & Delicious)
There’s something special about a warm, fresh bagel coming straight out of your own oven — soft on the inside, golden and chewy on the outside, with that classic bakery aroma filling your kitchen. These Easy Homemade Bagels give you all of that comfort without any complicated steps. Just simple ingredients, a little patience, and a whole lot of satisfaction in every bite.
Thank you for being here with me today. Truly, it means so much that you trust me to bring cozy, homemade recipes into your kitchen. And this one? It’s a keeper — beginner-friendly, reliable, and perfect for mornings when you want something warm and comforting.
Why You’ll Love These Bagels
• Bakery-style bagels with simple pantry ingredients
• Soft, chewy, golden, and beautifully textured
• Easier than you think — no fancy skills required
• Perfect for sandwiches, breakfast spreads, or meal prep
• Customize with seeds, spices, or sweet toppings
What They Taste Like
Warm, soft, slightly chewy, with a golden exterior that feels like your favorite café bagel — but fresher. They’re lightly sweet, perfectly salted, and ready for anything you love: cream cheese, butter, eggs, peanut butter, jam, avocado, or even deli-style sandwiches.
Ingredients (Makes 6 Bagels)
2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
1 tsp instant yeast
1 tbsp sugar
¾ cup warm water
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp honey (for boiling water)
Egg wash (1 egg + splash of water)
Sesame or poppy seeds (optional)
How to Make Easy Homemade Bagels
1. Make the dough
In a bowl, mix together:
flour
instant yeast
sugar
salt
Add warm water and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and stretchy.
2. Let it rise
Cover the dough and let it rest for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
This gives your bagels that perfect airy chew.
3. Shape your bagels
Divide the dough into 6 equal balls.
Poke a hole in the center of each ball and gently stretch it into a classic bagel shape.
4. Boil the bagels
Bring a pot of water to a simmer and add 1 tbsp honey.
Boil each bagel for 30–45 seconds per side — this step creates the iconic chewy crust.
Place boiled bagels on a lined baking tray.
5. Bake to perfection
Brush bagels with egg wash.
Add seeds if you like (sesame, poppy, everything seasoning).
Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15–18 minutes, or until golden and shiny.
Let cool slightly before slicing.
Tips for Perfect Bagels
• Warm water helps activate the yeast quickly.
• Don’t skip boiling — it’s the secret to texture.
• Stretch holes a little wider than you think (they shrink while baking).
• Add toppings right after the egg wash so they stick.
Storage
• Room temperature: 2–3 days
• Fridge: 4–5 days
• Freezer: Up to 2 months
• Reheat: Toast or warm in the oven for best texture
Conclusion
These Easy Homemade Bagels are everything we love about cozy bakery mornings — but made simply in your own kitchen. Soft, chewy, warm, and incredibly satisfying, they’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, sandwiches, or snack time. Make them once and you’ll never want store-bought bagels again.
If you make these, share your bagel creations — I love seeing the delicious moments you create in your home!
