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    Sourdough Bagels

    Shared on 7/10/2025

    For chewier texture, boil 2 minutes per side. Barley malt syrup gives authentic flavor and color. Freeze extras for toasting.
    Sourdough Bagels
    Prep Time
    30 minutes
    Bake Time
    25 minutes
    Difficulty
    intermediate
    Yield
    8 bagels
    sourdough

    Ingredients

    • Bread Flour: 500g (4 cups)
    • Water: 250ml (1 cup)
    • Active Sourdough Starter: 100g (1/2 cup)
    • Salt: 15g (1 tbsp)
    • Barley Malt Syrup: 30g (2 tbsp)
    • Toppings: sesame seeds, poppy seeds, everything seasoning

    Instructions

    1
    Mix all ingredients except toppings. Knead 10 minutes.
    2
    Rest 30 minutes. Divide into 8 portions.
    3
    Shape into balls, poke hole through center, stretch to form bagel shape.
    4
    Refrigerate overnight (12-16 hours).
    5
    Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Bring large pot of water to boil with 1 tbsp baking soda.
    6
    Boil bagels 1 minute per side. Remove with slotted spoon.
    7
    Dip in toppings while wet.
    8
    Bake 20-25 minutes until deeply golden.
    9
    Cool on wire rack.

    Equipment

    • slotted spoon
    • baking sheets

    Baker's Notes

    For chewier texture, boil 2 minutes per side. Barley malt syrup gives authentic flavor and color. Freeze extras for toasting.

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