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Cinnamon Sugar Bagels

Delicious Homemade Cinnamon Sugar Bagels for Breakfast Bliss

These Cinnamon Sugar Bagels combine sweet flavors and a crunchy topping for a delightful breakfast experience.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 19 minutes
Cold Proofing Time 12 hours
Total Time 14 hours 19 minutes
Servings: 12 bagels
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Lukewarm Water Approximately 110°F (43°C)
  • 2 tablespoons Molasses Can substitute with honey
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Instant yeast can be used as an alternative
  • 4 cups Bread Flour All-purpose flour can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Avoid table salt
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Dark Brown Sugar Light brown sugar can be used as a substitute
  • 1/4 cup Bread Flour Helps bind the topping ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Can be omitted for less sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter Can be replaced with coconut oil
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Consider adding vanilla or nutmeg for variations
For Assembly
  • 1 large Egg For egg wash
  • 1 tablespoon Cornmeal Dusting agent for baking sheet

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Stand mixer with dough hook
  • Baking sheet
  • Pizza Stone
  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine lukewarm water with molasses and active dry yeast. Allow to sit until foamy.
  2. In a stand mixer, combine bread flour and kosher salt. Slowly pour in yeast mixture while mixing on low speed.
  3. Increase speed to medium and knead dough for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Shape dough into a ball and let rise in a greased bowl, covered, for 60-90 minutes or until doubled in size.
  5. Punch dough down, divide into 12 pieces, shape into bagels, and place on a cornmeal-dusted baking sheet.
  6. Cover bagels and refrigerate overnight for 12-18 hours.
  7. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) and place pizza stones on racks.
  8. Mix dark brown sugar, flour, melted butter, granulated sugar, and cinnamon for the topping.
  9. Boil water with molasses, boil each bagel for 30 seconds per side.
  10. Brush each bagel with egg wash and sprinkle with topping before baking.
  11. Bake bagels for 15-19 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bagelCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 6 months. Reheat in the toaster or oven for best texture.

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