Get ready to transform your ordinary morning routine with these mind-blowing Jalapeno Cheddar Cheese Bagels that pack a punch of flavor in every single bite! Imagine biting into a perfectly golden, crispy bagel with melted cheese and a spicy kick that will wake up your taste buds faster than your morning coffee. These aren't just bagels - they're a culinary adventure waiting to happen right in your own kitchen, promising restaurant-quality deliciousness that will make your family and friends beg for the recipe.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 bagels
Ingredients
- 4 cups bread flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 jalapenos, diced
- 1 tablespoon baking soda (for boiling)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine bread flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Mix dry ingredients thoroughly.
- Gradually add warm water to the dry ingredients, mixing until a shaggy dough forms. Knead the dough for 10-12 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Fold in shredded cheddar cheese and diced jalapenos, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
- Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Shape each portion into a smooth ball.
- Create a hole in the center of each ball by pressing your thumb through the middle and gently stretching to form a bagel shape.
- Place shaped bagels on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover, and let rest for 15-20 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C). Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add baking soda.
- Carefully drop bagels into boiling water, cooking for 1 minute per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and place back on baking sheet.
- Brush each bagel with beaten egg wash for a golden, shiny finish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until bagels are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped.
- Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before serving.
Tips
- Use bread flour for the best texture - its high protein content ensures a chewy, authentic bagel.
- Make sure your water is warm (not hot) when activating the yeast to prevent killing the yeast.
- When boiling bagels, don't overcrowd the pot - give them space to cook evenly.
- For extra heat, keep the jalapeno seeds in; for milder flavor, remove them.
- Allow bagels to cool completely before slicing to maintain their structure.
- Store in an airtight container and toast before serving for maximum freshness and crunch.
- Experiment with cheese varieties like pepper jack for a different flavor profile.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 25mg
