Jalapeno Cheddar Sourdough Bagels
Enjoy the tangy flavor of sourdough combined with spicy jalapenos and rich cheddar cheese in these homemade bagels.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- ⅔ cup warm water
- 1 cup active sourdough starter Ensure the starter is active for the best rise.
- 1 tsp honey
- 289 grams hard white wheat Freshly milled flour is recommended.
- 2 Tbsp fresh jalapenos Or pickled, just drain.
- 2 slices thick-cut bacon Chopped and fried; transfer and cool with the grease.
- ¼ cup cheddar cheese Shredded.
- ¾ tsp sea salt
Boiling Ingredients
- 3 quarts water
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp baking soda
- 1 small jalapeno pepper Sliced into pieces.
- ⅓ cup cheddar cheese Shredded, for topping.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sourdough starter, and honey. Mix well until combined.
- Gradually add the hard white wheat to the wet ingredients. Knead the mixture until it forms a smooth dough.
- Fold in the fresh jalapenos, bacon, 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, and sea salt. Ensure everything is well mixed.
- Cover the dough and let it rise at room temperature for about 4 hours or until it has doubled in size.
Cooking
- Once risen, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Bring 3 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot. Add the brown sugar and baking soda to the boiling water.
- Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a bagel by poking a hole in the center and stretching it out.
- Place the bagels into the boiling water, a few at a time, and boil for about 1 minute on each side.
- Remove the bagels and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Sprinkle the bagels with pieces of jalapeno and the remaining 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake the bagels in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown.
- Let the bagels cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
These bagels are perfect on their own or with a spread of cream cheese. You can also serve them alongside soup or salad for a hearty meal. Enjoy them warm for the best taste! Store any leftover bagels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, freeze the bagels in a freezer-safe bag.