Best Garlic Bagels

These 2-Ingredient Homemade Garlic Bagels are incredibly easy to make, coming together in just minutes with garlic and a couple of simple staples. Whip up enough for sanck or breakfast throughout the week. Known as the weight hese are light & delicious. Bonus for me that it is so simple to make.

Homemade Garlic Bagels doesn’t get any easier than this. With a perfect golden crust on the outside and a soft, chewy, garlic-rich center, these bagels are absolutely irresistible and the best part is they’re ready in about an hour or even less, and the best part is that it is ready in just about an hour and increase. You can’t help but fall in love.

My friend Jasmine always was, I think it is fair to say that I have an obsession with bread me too. No matter the occasion, I always find myself reaching for a bread recipe, and this Homemade Bagels Bread is no exception especially when it comes to a classic Garlic Bagel recipe.

Kitchen Equipment Needed :

• Large mixing bowl
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Wooden spoon
• Clean kitchen towel
• Large pot for boiling
• Slotted spoon
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Pastry brush
• Cooling rack

Tips for Garlic Bagels

– Make sure not to skip the boiling step. Boiling gives bagels their classic chewy texture. If you boil them longer, they will be chewier. If you boil them less, they will be softer.

– If your dough feels too dry, add one tablespoon of warm water at a time. If it feels too sticky, add a little flour slowly.

– You can add shredded cheese on top before baking for a garlic-cheese bagel twist.

What to Eat with Garlic Bagels ??

Garlic Bagels are savory, aromatic, and perfectly chewy, making them a flavorful choice for breakfast, brunch, or even a casual lunch.

For a fresh contrast, they pair beautifully with crisp sides like Cucumber Radish Salad or Crack Corn Salad to balance the rich garlic flavor. My husband enjoys building a savory breakfast sandwich with eggs and cheese. To make the meal even more fun and family-friendly, I’ll serve a chilled drink like Banana Milk or Orange Creamsicle Smoothie on the side.

Ingredients you need to make :

– Bread flour is the base of these bagels and gives them that classic chewy texture.

– Yeast helps the dough rise while still keeping that signature bagel chew.

– Warm water activates the yeast.

– Sugar or honey feeds the yeast.

– Fresh garlic is the star ingredient and gives these bagels their bold, savory flavor.

• Optional : toppings like sesame seeds, poppy seeds, parmesan cheese, or dried herbs add extra flavor and texture.

How to Make Garlic Bagels :

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, pour the warm water. Make sure it feels like warm bath water not too hot. Add the sugar and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5–10 minutes. You will see bubbles and foam on top. This means the yeast is alive and ready to work.

Step 2

Add the flour, salt, olive oil, minced garlic, and garlic powder to the yeast mixture. Stir with a spoon until a dough starts to form. Then use your hands to knead the dough for about 8–10 minutes. The dough should feel smooth and slightly firm but not sticky. If it sticks too much, sprinkle a little extra flour.

Step 3

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover it with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest in a warm place for about 1 hour. The dough should double in size.

After the dough rises, punch it down gently to remove air. Divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball. Then poke your finger through the center and gently stretch it into a ring shape. Make sure the hole is wide because it will shrink during baking.

Step 4

Bring 8 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 2 tablespoons sugar. Carefully drop 2–3 bagels into the boiling water. Boil each side for about 1 minute. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and place them on a lined baking sheet.

Mix melted butter and garlic powder. Brush this mixture over the bagels. Sprinkle with chopped parsley if you like.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake the bagels for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown. Let them cool slightly before slicing.

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