Bagels

• 500 g all-purpose flour
• 1 sachet (7 g) instant dried yeast
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 300 ml warm water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

For cooking

• 1 large pot of water
• 2 tablespoons baking soda
• Seeds (sesame, poppy, sunflower, etc.) or coarse salt for garnish

Prepare the bagel dough

• Mix the flour, sugar, salt and baking powder in a large bowl.
• Add lukewarm water and oil, then mix until smooth.
• Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
• Let rise
• Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean tea towel and leave to rise for 1? to 2 hours, until doubled in size.

Shaping bagels

• Deaerate the dough by pressing down on it, then divide into 8 equal portions.
• Shape into balls, then pierce a hole in the center with your finger and gently enlarge it (the hole should be quite large, as it will shrink during baking).
• Boil a large pot of water with the baking soda.
• Plunge the bagels one by one into the boiling water for 30 seconds on each side. This gives the bagels their unique texture.
• Drain on a wire rack.
• Add toppings
• Place the bagels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• Brush with water or egg white and sprinkle with seeds or coarse salt.
• Preheat oven to 200°C.
• Bake the bagels for 15 to 20 minutes, until golden brown.

Topping suggestions Savoury :

Smoked salmon, cream cheese, avocado, cucumber, arugula.

Sweet :

Maison Perrotte jam, peanut butter, fresh fruit.

These homemade bagels are delicious and customizable. Enjoy your meal!

Recipe idea:

Bagel with goat cheese, arugula and jam

Ingredients:

• Bagels or sandwich bread Fresh goat cheese Arugula
• Maison Perrotte Green Tomato or Fig Jam

Preparation: Spread the bagel with fresh goat's cheese, add the arugula, then a touch of jam for an explosion of flavors.