Sesame Bagel Recipe-Ring Bread(Simit)#bagel#simit#ring bagel

bread flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while all-purpose is more accessible.

sesame seeds

🥗Healthier: poppy seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Poppy seeds are a low-calorie alternative, while sunflower seeds are often less expensive.

Mix water and sugar in a bowl; add yeast and let sit until foamy, about 5-10 minutes.

In a large bowl, combine bread flour and salt; create a well in the center.

Pour the yeast mixture into the well; mix until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a greased bowl; cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet with cornmeal.

Punch down the risen dough and divide into equal pieces; shape each piece into a ball.

Poke a hole in the center of each ball and stretch to form a bagel shape.

Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add malt syrup.

Boil bagels in batches for 1-2 minutes on each side; remove and drain.

Brush bagels with beaten egg; sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

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