Who says you have to compromise on taste and texture when you go vegan? With this perfect vegan bagel recipe, you can have it all: delicious flavor, unbeatable texture, and none of the dairy or eggs that traditional recipes rely on. Whether you're a vegan newbie or a seasoned pro, read on to find out why you'll love these bagels and how to customize them to your liking.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
There are many reasons why you will love this recipe for vegan bagels:
- Easy to make: The bagels are a simple recipe that can be whipped up in no time.
- Vegan: The bagels are free of eggs, dairy, and other animal products, so they are perfect for vegans and people with allergies.
- Delicious: The bagels are chewy and flavorful, with a slightly crispy crust.
- Versatile: You can customize the recipe to your liking by adding different toppings, such as poppy seeds, sesame seeds, or everything bagel seasoning.
- Wholesome: Vegan bagels are a good source of fiber and complex carbohydrates, making them a nutritious snack or meal option.
Ingredients & Substitutes
These are the ingredients for vegan bagels. Scroll down to the full recipe below.
Bread flour gives these homemade bagels the perfect texture. Do not use regular flour.
Instant yeast helps these bagels rise.
Salt adds flavor.
Warm water helps thin out the dough.
Maple syrup naturally sweetens the bagels. If needed, substitute with agave nectar.
Lastly, top with sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or coarse salt.
Taste & Texture
Vegan bagels have a similar taste and texture to traditional bagels.
They are chewy and flavorful, with a slightly crispy crust.
The bagels are also slightly healthier than traditional bagels, as they are made with plant-based ingredients.
How to Make
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread flour, instant yeast, and salt. Mix well.
Step 2
In a separate bowl, mix together the warm water and maple syrup or agave nectar until the sweetener is dissolved.
Step 3
Pour the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms.
Step 4
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
Step 5
Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Step 6
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 7
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and use your thumb to poke a hole in the center. Gently stretch the hole to form a bagel shape. Repeat with the remaining dough.
Step 8
In a large pot, bring the 12 cups of water and maple syrup or agave nectar to a boil.
Step 9
Carefully drop 2-3 bagels into the boiling water. Boil them for about 1 minute on each side, then remove them with a slotted spoon and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 10
If desired, sprinkle the bagels with sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or coarse salt.
Step 11
Once all the bagels have been boiled and topped, bake them in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown.
Step 12
Remove the bagels from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack.
Step 13
Slice the bagels in half and toast them before serving.
Expert Tips for Success
Here are a few expert tips and tricks for making the best vegan bagels:
Use bread flour for the best texture. Bread flour has a higher gluten content than all-purpose flour, which will make the bagels chewier.
Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the bagels tough.
Boil the bagels before baking them. This will give them their signature chewy texture.
Bake the bagels until they are golden brown. This will ensure that the bagels are cooked through and have a slightly crispy crust.
Let the bagels cool completely before slicing and serving them. This will help the bagels retain their shape and texture.
Flavor Variations & Add-Ins
You can easily customize this recipe to your liking by adding different toppings, such as poppy seeds, sesame seeds, everything bagel seasoning, or dried fruit.
You can also add other ingredients to the dough, such as herbs, spices, or even mashed vegetables.
How to Serve & Store
Vegan bagels are best served fresh.
However, they can also be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the freezer for up to 1 month.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, you can make these bagels ahead of time and freeze them. Just let them cool completely before freezing them. When you're ready to serve them, thaw them overnight in the refrigerator and then bake them according to the instructions.
To prevent the bagels from sticking to the pan, line the baking sheet with parchment paper. You can also spray the baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.
Vegan bagels can be served with a variety of different toppings, such as vegan cream cheese, avocado, peanut butter, or jelly. You can also slice them in half and make sandwiches.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups bread flour
- 2 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ¼ cups warm water
- 2 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar
- 12 cups water
- 2 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar
- sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or coarse salt optional toppings
Instructions
- First, in a large mixing bowl, combine the bread flour, instant yeast, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the warm water and maple syrup or agave nectar until the sweetener is dissolved.
- Pour the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
- Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and use your thumb to poke a hole in the center. Gently stretch the hole to form a bagel shape. Repeat with the remaining dough.
- In a large pot, bring the 12 cups of water and maple syrup or agave nectar to a boil.
- Carefully drop 2-3 bagels into the boiling water. Boil them for about 1 minute on each side, then remove them with a slotted spoon and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- If desired, sprinkle the bagels with sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or coarse salt.
- Once all the bagels have been boiled and topped, bake them in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown.
- Remove the bagels from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack.
- Finally, slice the bagels in half and toast them before serving.
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Notes
- Use bread flour for these bagels. It gives them the best texture.
- Knead for 10 minutes.
- Allow the bread to rise for the full 60 minutes.
- Bake until golden.
- Store these vegan bagels covered at room temperature for up to 2 days.
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