There’s something special about a freshly baked homemade bagel — its satisfying crispiness, the soft, chewy interior and the endless possibilities for toppings. Bagels have long been a staple of breakfast and the brunch table, but did you know that you can easily bake this sandwich bread at home with an air fryer? Let’s dive into the world of the bagel and discover how you can bring this classic to life in your own kitchen.
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What is the story of the bagel?
Its history spans centuries and continents. From its alleged origins in Poland to its journey with Jewish immigrants to the United States, this boiled-and-baked delicacy has found its way into hearts (and stomachs) all over the world. It has thus evolved from a traditional Jewish food into a global and modern sandwich bread, with New York often referred to as the modern mecca of the bagel.
About the air fryer bagels recipe
Baking bagels in an air fryer isn’t just easy, it’s also a fantastic way to get a crispy surface and a delicious interior without the hassle of a conventional oven. And the best part? It only takes about an hour and a half from start to finish.
I recommend this fresh coffee with our homemade bagels
A freshly baked bagel straight from the air fryer deserves the company of a really good cup of coffee. The medium-roast arabica has a soft, round flavor with fine notes of nuts and caramel that pairs perfectly with the bagel’s crispy crust and chewy interior – whether you top it with cream cheese, avocado or a sweet mascarpone. I warmly recommend Freehand Gently coffee beans – 1 kg. – an excellent everyday coffee that lifts the entire breakfast into a little moment of delicacy.
Toppings
This is where you can really let your creativity run free. A classic New York-style bagel is often topped with sesame seeds or poppy seeds, but why not try something new? Think cheddar cheese and jalapeño for a spicy twist, or maybe a sweet version with cinnamon and sugar.
Fillings
When it comes to fillings, the possibilities are endless — from the traditional cream cheese to more advanced spreads like sun-dried tomato and basil or even a sweet mascarpone and berry combination.
Experimenting with color in bagels can add a fun and artistic twist to your baking experience.
Tips and tricks from the author: Morten Jensen
Author tip explained: Play with colors in your bagel baking
Let’s take the creative baking to a new level by introducing natural colorings into our bagel recipes. Adding color to your homemade bagel isn’t just a visual fireworks display, it’s a fantastic way to impress your guests and create Instagram-worthy breakfast moments 😉
How to add colors:
- Choose your color source: For natural colors you can use juice or powder from beetroot for pink/red, turmeric for yellow, spinach for green, blueberries for purple, or even activated charcoal for a dramatic black bagel.
- Add the color to the dough: Once you’ve mixed your dry ingredients, add your color source to the lukewarm water before combining it with the dry ingredients. This ensures the color is evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Knead and admire: As you knead the dough, you’ll see how the color develops. Knead until the color is evenly distributed for a uniform look, or knead less for a marbled appearance.
- Bake with care: Remember that some natural colors may fade slightly when baked. To preserve the color’s intensity, you can brush your bagels with a thin layer of water or egg wash before baking them.
Enjoy your air fryer bagels
After a quick trip in the air fryer, you have a delicious homemade bagel ready to be enjoyed. Slice it open, toast it lightly if you prefer, and spread on your favorite filling. Whether you’re into the simple or the more extravagant, your home-baked sandwich bread is ready to take center stage as the star of your meal.
Make the day more delicious
So next time you’re in the mood for a homemade bagel, why not make it a home-baked experience? Share your creation on social media, and maybe you’ll inspire others to follow your baking path. Remember, the best bagel is the one you make yourself — especially when it comes fresh out of your air fryer.
Recipe
Airfryer Bagels
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Ingredients
- 500 g plain flour
- 2 tsp sugar
- 1½ tsp salt
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 350 ml lukewarm water
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 pcs egg
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
How to make it
- Mix 500 g plain flour, 2 tsp sugar, 1½ tsp salt and 2 tsp active dry yeast in a large bowl.
- Slowly add 350 ml lukewarm water and knead the dough for about 10 minutes, until it is smooth and elastic.
- Let the dough rest covered in the bowl for 1 hour, until it has risen to double its size.
- Turn the dough out onto a surface and divide it into 8 equal pieces.
- Roll each piece into a rope and shape it into a bagel by joining the ends.
- Let your shaped bagels rise for another 20 minutes.
- Preheat your airfryer to 180°C.
- Boil a pot of water with 2 tbsp honey and dip each bagel in the water for 30 seconds, then let them drain.
- Brush the bagels with egg wash made from 1 pcs eggand sprinkle with 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- Place the bagels on baking paper in the airfryer basket and bake for 10-12 minutes or until they are golden.Start the online kitchen timer here
- Let the bagels cool on a rack.
Our notes for the recipe
- The kneading time can vary depending on the dough.
- Boiling before baking helps create the classic bagel texture.
- Airfryer temperatures can vary, so keep an eye on your bagels towards the end of the baking time.
- If you don’t have baking paper (it mustn’t be able to fly around), you can grease the basket with oil to prevent the bagels from sticking.
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