Description
Delight in these homemade Cinnamon and Raisin Bagels, featuring a chewy texture, warm cinnamon spice, and sweet bursts of raisins. Perfectly boiled then baked to golden perfection, they make a wonderful breakfast or snack option for those craving fresh, flavorful bread.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 4 cups bread flour (plus more for kneading)
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
Wet Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups warm water (110°F/45°C)
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1 tablespoon honey (for boiling water)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together bread flour, ground cinnamon, salt, and brown sugar to evenly distribute all dry components.
- Activate Yeast: In a separate small bowl, combine warm water and instant yeast. Let sit for about 5 minutes until the mixture becomes slightly foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
- Form Dough: Pour the yeast mixture into the flour mixture and stir until a shaggy dough forms, ensuring the ingredients start coming together.
- Knead Dough: On a floured surface, knead the dough for 8 to 10 minutes. Add the raisins during the last few minutes of kneading to evenly incorporate them. Continue until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size to develop flavor and texture.
- Shape Bagels: Punch down the risen dough. Divide it into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a ball, then use your finger to poke a hole through the center and gently stretch to form a traditional bagel shape.
- Rest Shaped Bagels: Arrange the bagels on a floured surface, cover them with a towel, and let them rest for 15 to 20 minutes to slightly proof before boiling.
- Prepare for Boiling & Baking: Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil and add the honey to it. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Boil Bagels: Boil the bagels in batches. Drop each bagel into the boiling water and cook for 30 seconds on one side, then flip and boil another 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake Bagels: Bake the boiled bagels in the preheated oven for 20 to 22 minutes or until golden brown and crusty on the outside.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bagels from the oven and cool them on a wire rack before serving to ensure the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Soak raisins in warm water for 10 minutes before adding them to prevent them from burning during the baking process.
- For a sweeter finish, brush bagels with melted butter and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar right after baking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
