Description
This recipe for Easy Homemade Greek Yogurt Bagels offers a quick and simple way to enjoy fresh, soft bagels with a delightful tang from Greek yogurt. Perfectly golden and topped with your favorite seeds or seasonings, these bagels are a delicious treat that can be made in under 30 minutes with minimal ingredients.
Ingredients
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Bagel Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
Toppings
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or everything bagel seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Mix Dough: In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, Greek yogurt, baking powder, and salt. Mix until a dough begins to form and all ingredients are just combined.
- Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead it for 2 to 3 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic, which will help create the perfect bagel texture.
- Shape Bagels: Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball, then gently poke a hole through the center and stretch it slightly to form a classic bagel shape.
- Apply Egg Wash & Add Toppings: Place the shaped bagels on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the beaten egg to give them a shiny, golden crust when baked. Sprinkle with your choice of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or everything bagel seasoning to add flavor and a pleasing crunch.
- Bake: Bake the bagels in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they turn a beautiful golden brown color, indicating they are fully cooked and ready.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bagels from the oven and allow them to cool on a wire rack before serving, which helps the texture set and prevents them from being too soft inside.
Notes
- Using Greek yogurt adds moisture and a slight tang, replacing the need for yeast and shortening rise time.
- Honey is optional but adds a subtle sweetness to the dough.
- Brush the bagels with egg wash for a glossy finish; for a vegan alternative, use a flax egg or milk substitute.
- Feel free to customize toppings to your preference or leave plain.
- These bagels are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days or frozen for longer storage.
