Homemade Bagels for Pennies | A Bagel Baking Tutorial

Welcome and introduction to making bagels.

Prepare the yeast mixture: add 2 tablespoons of yeast and 3 tablespoons of sugar to a bowl.

Add 2 1/2 cups of warm water to the yeast and sugar, mix well, and let it bloom for 5 to 10 minutes until frothy.

Add 1/4 cup of oil to the bloomed yeast mixture.

Add 8 cups of flour gradually, starting with 4 cups, and mix until incorporated. Adjust with more flour if sticky.

Add 2 teaspoons of salt to the mixture.

Transfer the dough to a mixer with a dough hook and knead for 8 minutes until smooth.

Oil a bowl and place the dough inside, flipping it upside down to coat with oil.

Cover the bowl with a heavy-duty shower cap and let it rise for 2 hours on the stove.

Prepare the water bath: fill a large kettle with about 4 quarts of water and add 4 tablespoons of baking soda, bringing it to a low heat.

After 2 hours, check the dough; it should have risen beautifully.

Knead the dough gently to remove excess air.

Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces.

Roll each piece into a smooth ball, ensuring the top is smooth and the bottom is sealed.

Shape the bagels by poking a hole in the center of each ball and stretching it out.

Equipment Needed

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