New York-Style Boiled Bagels with Honey-Glaze
Classic NYC-style bagels boiled and baked to achieve a glossy, chewy crust with a subtle honey sweetness. This american-inspired breakfast ready in about 120 minutes combines bread flour, instant yeast, at 110°F warm water into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 8, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 cups bread flour
- 2 tsp instant yeast
- 1 1/2 cups at 110°F warm water
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp baking soda
- 1 large, beaten egg white
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups bread flour, 2 tsp instant yeast, 2 tsp salt, and 2 tbsp sugar. Gradually add 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F) and knead the dough for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Step 2: Cover the dough with a damp towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Step 3: Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball, then poke a 2-inch hole through the center with your thumb and gently stretch to form a bagel shape.
- Step 4: Preheat oven to 425°F and bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 tbsp baking soda and 2 tbsp honey to the water.
- Step 5: Boil the bagels, 2 at a time, for 1 minute on each side until they float to the surface. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Step 6: Brush each bagel with the beaten egg white and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and shiny. Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does New York-Style Boiled Bagels with Honey-Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 120 minutes (90 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a busy morning; prep components the night before to save active time.
How do I store leftover New York-Style Boiled Bagels with Honey-Glaze?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven; egg- or grain-based items may need a splash of milk or water to refresh texture. Cold-served items (overnight oats, smoothies) keep 2–3 days in the fridge.
Can I substitute ingredients in New York-Style Boiled Bagels with Honey-Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale New York-Style Boiled Bagels with Honey-Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with New York-Style Boiled Bagels with Honey-Glaze?
American breakfast like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
