Irresistible Cinnamon Sugar Bagels
These cinnamon sugar bagels are soft, chewy, and topped with a delightful cinnamon sugar mixture, perfect for cozy moments.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Total Time: 45
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons lukewarm water (around 110°F or 43°C)
- 1 tablespoon molasses
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 7 cups bread flour
- 2 teaspoons Morton kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon molasses (for boiling)
- 1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 beaten egg (for brushing)
- Cornmeal (for dusting the baking sheet)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine lukewarm water and molasses. Sprinkle yeast over the top and let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Add bread flour and salt to the yeast mixture; mix until dough forms, then knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Punch down dough, divide into 12 pieces, and shape into bagels by poking a hole through each ball.
- Boil water with molasses, then gently boil bagels for 1-2 minutes on each side; drain on a towel.
- Mix dark brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter in a bowl. Brush boiled bagels with beaten egg and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and bake bagels for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Serve fresh, possibly with cream cheese or homemade fruit preserves. Can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days or frozen for 3 months.