Chewy, golden, and packed with wholesome goodness, this protein bagels recipe is a game-changer for breakfast lovers. With a satisfying crunch from everything bagel seasoning and a tender interior thanks to vital wheat gluten, these homemade delights deliver twice the protein of store-bought versions.
Servings 8bagels
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Ingredients
1.5cupswarm water (110°F)
1tbspactive dry yeast
2tbsphoney
3.5cupsbread flour
1cupvital wheat gluten
1tspsalt
1tbspolive oil
1egg whitelightly beaten
2tbspeverything bagel seasoning
Equipment
large mixing bowl
Wooden spoon
baking sheet
parchment paper
Large pot
Method
In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and honey. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
Add bread flour, vital wheat gluten, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Drizzle in olive oil while kneading to prevent sticking.
Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Punch down dough and divide into 8 equal pieces. Roll each into a rope and form into a bagel shape, pinching ends together firmly.
Preheat oven to 425°F and bring a large pot of water to a boil. Boil bagels for 1 minute per side, then transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Brush boiled bagels with egg white and sprinkle generously with everything bagel seasoning.
Bake for 20–22 minutes until deeply golden. Let cool on a wire rack before slicing.