Cinnamon Craisin Bagels
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of homemade Cinnamon Craisin Bagels—perfectly chewy bagels infused with a touch of cinnamon spice and studded with sweet, tangy dried cranberries. These bagels are lovingly crafted using a combination of simple pantry staples like bread flour, honey, and instant yeast, with an added swirl of ground cinnamon and the irresistible charm of Craisins. Boiled in a lightly sweetened bath to achieve their signature dense texture, then baked to golden perfection, these bagels strike a heavenly balance between chewy and soft. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven, paired with a schmear of cream cheese, or toasted with butter, these bagels are a delightful breakfast treat or midday snack. With an impressive 90-minute prep time and a bake time of just 25 minutes, these homemade delights are easier than you think and well worth the effort. Perfect for anyone seeking a cozy, homemade alternative to store-bought bagels!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Bread flour
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 300 milliliters Warm water
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 100 grams Dried cranberries (Craisins)
- 2000 milliliters Water (for boiling)
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the bread flour, granulated sugar, salt, ground cinnamon, and instant yeast.
Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the warm water and honey. Mix until a rough dough forms.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
Gently work the dried cranberries into the dough until evenly distributed.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a ball, then poke a hole in the center with your finger and stretch it slightly to create the bagel shape.
Place the shaped bagels on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover with the kitchen towel, and let them rest for 10 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F).
Bring 2000 milliliters of water to a boil in a large pot and stir in the brown sugar.
Reduce the boiling water to a simmer and carefully lower the bagels into the water, 2-3 at a time. Boil each side for 1 minute, then remove and drain on a clean kitchen towel.
Transfer the boiled bagels back to the parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake the bagels in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Let the bagels cool on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy them plain, with cream cheese, or your favorite spread!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2428 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.0 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4741 mg | 206% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 539.7 g | 196% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.7 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 146.2 g | ||
| Protein | 63.1 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 23.0 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 671 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
