Cook mode · American · Desserts & Baking
With a glossy crust and a satisfyingly chewy center, these classic bagels bring a little New York warmth to your kitchen. Organic bread flour and a touch of barley malt keep the ingredients simple and the flavor traditional.
90 min hands-on · + 80 min rising · serves 8 · about 380 calories per serving
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For consistent results, weigh the flour. In a large bowl, stir together the flour, instant yeast and salt. Dissolve 1 tablespoon of the barley malt syrup in the lukewarm water, then add it to the flour. Mix until a stiff, shaggy dough forms and no loose flour remains.
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About 380 calories per person · serves 8
An estimate, not a nutrition label. Portions, ingredient brands and cooking methods affect the total.
Ask a healthcare professional whether vitamin D, B12, iron or any supplement is appropriate for your diet and health needs; food is the first step. Choose organic ingredients when possible.
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