Description
Learn how to make authentic Montreal-Style Bagels with this easy recipe that yields 12 delicious bagels.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups warm water (between 110°F and 115°F)
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Mix the warm water, yeast, and sugar in a small bowl and let it rest for about 5 minutes until bubbly.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt, then create a well in the center.
- Add the yeast mixture, honey, and vegetable oil to the well and stir until a cohesive dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for approximately 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for about an hour, or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil and stir in 1 tablespoon of honey.
- Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 12 equal portions.
- Roll each piece into a 10-inch long rope and shape it into a circle, pinching the ends together.
- Carefully drop the bagels into the boiling water, cooking for about 1 minute on each side.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the bagels and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Sprinkle the tops generously with sesame and poppy seeds.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool on a wire rack before enjoying.
Notes
- For a sweeter flavor, add 1 tablespoon of cinnamon and 2 tablespoons of sugar to the dough.
- For a savory variation, incorporate 1/2 cup of shredded cheese or fresh herbs into the dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Canadian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg