{"id":2388,"date":"2026-06-02T04:46:44","date_gmt":"2026-06-02T04:46:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress.cherrychapters.com\/gentlesimmer\/?p=2388"},"modified":"2026-06-02T04:46:44","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T04:46:44","slug":"everything-bagels-chewy-golden-and-topped-with-crunchy-magic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wordpress.cherrychapters.com\/gentlesimmer\/2026\/06\/02\/everything-bagels-chewy-golden-and-topped-with-crunchy-magic\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything Bagels (Chewy, Golden, and Topped with Crunchy Magic)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Everything bagels are the king of bagels. Chewy inside. Golden crust outside. Loaded with that crunchy, savory, garlicky-oniony seed mix. No bakery trip required. Your kitchen can do this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Makes 8 bagels.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the Dough:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
    \n
  • 4 cups (500g) bread flour (or all-purpose)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 2\u00bc tsp (1 packet) instant yeast<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1\u00bd tsp salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 tbsp sugar or barley malt syrup<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1\u00bc cups (300ml) warm water (110\u00b0F \/ 45\u00b0C)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    For the Boil:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
      \n
    • 8 cups water<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 2 tbsp sugar or honey<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      For the Topping:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
        \n
      • \u00bc cup everything bagel seasoning (store-bought or homemade: sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried garlic, dried onion, flaky salt)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • 1 egg white + 1 tbsp water (egg wash)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Step-by-Step Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Step 1: Make Dough<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
          \n
        1. Whisk flour, yeast, salt, and sugar. Add warm water. Mix into a shaggy dough.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        2. Knead 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        3. Cover and rise 1-2 hours until doubled.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          Step 2: Shape<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
            \n
          1. Punch down dough. Divide into 8 pieces (about 100g each).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          2. Roll each into a ball. Poke a hole through the center with your thumb. Gently stretch into a 2-inch hole.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

            Step 3: Second Rise<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
              \n
            1. Place bagels on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover and rest 20-30 minutes (slightly puffy but not doubled).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

              Step 4: Boil<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
                \n
              1. Preheat oven to 425\u00b0F (220\u00b0C). Bring water and sugar to a gentle boil.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              2. Boil bagels 1 minute per side (45 seconds for softer, 90 seconds for chewier). Remove with a slotted spoon.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                Step 5: Top & Bake<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
                  \n
                1. Place boiled bagels on a parchment-lined or cornmeal-dusted baking sheet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                2. Brush with egg wash. Sprinkle generously with everything seasoning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                3. Bake 18-22 minutes until deep golden brown.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                  Step 6: Serve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
                    \n
                  1. Cool on a wire rack. Slice, toast, schmear with cream cheese. Perfection.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                    Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                    Prep Time:<\/strong> 20 min + rises | Cook Time:<\/strong> 20 min | Total:<\/strong> 40 min + rises<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                    Yield:<\/strong> 8 bagels | Difficulty:<\/strong> Medium<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                    Storage Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                    Counter (cut bagels):<\/strong> 2 days. Freezer:<\/strong> 3 months. Slice before freezing. Toast frozen bagels directly \u2014 no thawing needed. Never refrigerate (stales faster).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                    Chewy, boil-then-bake bagels loaded with that iconic everything seasoning. Sesame, poppy, garlic, onion, salt. Better than any deli. Make a batch. Freeze the rest. 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