Jalapeno Cheese Bagel
Turn breakfast into a bold flavor experience with these freshly baked Jalapeño Cheese Bagels, combining the addictive spice of chopped jalapeños with the creamy richness of melted cheddar cheese. Boiled to perfection for that classic chewy texture, these homemade bagels are topped with extra shredded cheese and optional pickled jalapeños for a golden, bubbly finish. Perfect for spice lovers, this recipe not only brings heat but elevates your bagel game with irresistible layers of flavor. Serve them warm for breakfast, lunch, or as a savory snack option your taste buds will crave. Keyword-friendly highlights: jalapeño bagels, homemade cheese bagels, spicy breakfast recipe, cheddar jalapeño bagels.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1.25 cups Warm water
- 1.5 tablespoons Sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 medium Fresh jalapenos, finely chopped
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon Baking soda
- 2 quarts Water for boiling
- 1 large Egg white
- 1 tablespoon Water (for egg wash)
- 1 cup Additional cheddar cheese for topping
- 0.25 cup Sliced pickled jalapenos (optional)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the warm water and sugar, then sprinkle the yeast on top. Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes foamy.
Add the salt and gradually mix in the flour, one cup at a time, to form a stiff dough.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
Flatten the dough and sprinkle over the chopped jalapenos and 1 cup of cheddar cheese, then knead until the jalapenos and cheese are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm area for about 1 hour, or until the dough has doubled in size.
Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and then poke a hole through the center with your finger, stretching the dough to create a donut shape.
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Bring 2 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot, then add the baking soda.
Boil the bagels, two at a time, for 1 minute on each side, then remove with a slotted spoon and place on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg white and 1 tablespoon of water to make an egg wash.
Brush the boiled bagels with the egg wash, then top with the additional cheddar cheese and, if using, sliced pickled jalapenos.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese on top is bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
357 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.0 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1114 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.2 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | ||
| Protein | 14.2 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 212 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 124 mg | 3% | |
*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.
