Maple French Toast Bagels
A delightful fusion of bagels and French toast, these Maple French Toast Bagels are warm, chewy, and infused with sweet maple syrup and cinnamon.
Ingredients
For the dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 egg for egg wash
For serving
- Butter or cream cheese For topping
- Maple syrup For serving
Instructions
Dough Preparation
- Mix warm water with sugar and active dry yeast in a medium-sized bowl. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, salt, and cinnamon. Stir to mix well.
- Add the yeast mixture and maple syrup to the dry ingredients. Mix until it forms a dough.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough, divide into equal pieces, and shape each into a bagel by forming a ball and poking a hole in the center.
- Let the bagels rest for 30 minutes while preheating the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cooking
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Optionally add sugar or baking soda.
- Carefully drop bagels into the boiling water, boiling for 1-2 minutes on each side.
- Transfer the boiled bagels to a parchment-lined baking sheet and brush the tops with egg wash.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and hollow when tapped.
- Allow to cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
Store cooled bagels in an airtight container for up to 2 days. For longer storage, freeze in plastic wrap and a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.