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The Best Sourdough Discard Bagels Recipe


  • Total Time: 9-13 hours
  • Yield: 8 bagels 1x

Description

Transform your sourdough discard into chewy, golden-brown bagels with this easy no-yeast recipe. Perfectly crisp on the outside and soft inside, these homemade bagels are customizable with your favorite toppings.


Ingredients

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  • Dough:
    • 1 cup sourdough discard (unfed)
    • ¾ cup warm water
    • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
    • 3 ½ cups bread flour (plus more for dusting)
    • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • For Boiling:
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • Optional Toppings:
    • Sesame seeds
    • Poppy seeds
    • Everything bagel seasoning
    • Coarse salt

Instructions

  • Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, combine sourdough discard, warm water, and honey. Stir, then gradually mix in flour and salt. Knead for 8–10 minutes by hand or 5 minutes with a stand mixer until smooth.
  • First Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rest at room temperature for 8–12 hours (overnight) until doubled.
  • Shape the Bagels: Divide dough into 8 pieces. Roll each into a ball, poke a hole in the center, and stretch into a bagel shape. Rest on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 30 minutes.
  • Boil the Bagels: Bring water to a gentle boil, adding baking soda and sugar. Boil each bagel for 30 seconds per side, then transfer back to the baking sheet.
  • Add Toppings: Sprinkle with desired toppings while still damp.
  • Bake to Perfection: Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.

Notes

  • Use bread flour for a chewier texture; all-purpose flour results in a softer bagel.
  • Boiling the bagels before baking enhances their chewy crust and shine.
  • Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • rise time: 8-12 hours
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Bread & Bagels
  • Method: baking/ boiling
  • Cuisine: American

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