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Chocolate Chip Bagel

Enjoy the sweet and chewy delight of homemade chocolate chip bagels that are simple to make and taste far better than store-bought versions.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 bagels
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bagel Dough
  • 3 1/4 cups bread flour Don't use all-purpose for this one.
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast Best for the recipe.
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup warm water Lukewarm, not hot.
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil Or another neutral oil.
  • 2/3 cup chocolate chips Use mini chips for swirlier dough.
  • 1 tablespoon honey For the water bath.
  • to taste additional flour For dusting.
  • to taste extra chocolate For sprinkling.

Method
 

Making the Bagel Dough
  1. In a large bowl, combine bread flour, yeast, white sugar, and salt, ensuring the yeast does not touch the salt initially.
  2. Pour in the warm water and canola oil, mixing until you have a shaggy dough.
  3. Work in the chocolate chips with floured hands, aiming for a patchy texture.
Kneading and Rising
  1. Knead the dough on a countertop or in the bowl for about 7 minutes until smooth, adding minimal flour if sticky.
  2. Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a dish towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour until doubled.
  3. Once risen, punch the dough down, divide into 8 pieces, and shape them into bagels.
Boiling and Baking
  1. Boil each shaped bagel in honey water for 40 seconds to achieve the desired texture.
  2. Preheat your oven and bake the bagels until golden brown.

Notes

For extra shine, brush bagels with egg wash before baking. You can freeze any leftovers as they toast well. Don't worry about imperfections; they add to the homemade charm!