Sourdough Discard Bagels

22m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1In a mixer, combine bread flour, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of instant yeast, and 2 teaspoons of salt.
  2. 2Whisk together the dry ingredients.
  3. 3Add the sourdough discard and 1 and 1/4 cup of warm water to the mixer.
  4. 4Mix on medium speed with a dough hook for 4–5 minutes until a nice ball forms.
  5. 5Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it double in size.
  6. 6Once doubled, turn the dough out onto a floured surface.
  7. 7Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces.
  8. 8Shape each piece into a bagel.
  9. 9Cover the shaped bagels with a tea towel and preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  10. 10Bring a large pot of water with 2 tablespoons of sugar to a boil.
  11. 11Boil the bagels for 15–30 seconds per side, ensuring they float.
  12. 12Remove bagels from the water and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  13. 13Brush the bagels with egg wash.
  14. 14Sprinkle everything but the bagel seasoning on half the bagels.
  15. 15Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 18–22 minutes.
  16. 16Let the bagels cool for at least one hour.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups bread flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 200 grams sourdough discard
  • 1.25 cups warm water
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 egg wash
  • 1 everything but the bagel seasoning

Equipment

mixerwhiskdough hookbowlplastic wrapbench scraperbaking sheettea towelpot