Bagels
Homemade bagels with a chewy crust and airy crumb, made from strong bread flour, water, yeast and barley malt extract. The Thermomix TM7 weighs, kneads and grinds the seeds, then boils and bakes these New York style bagels. Finished with poppy, sesame and pumpkin seeds for a bakery quality snack.
About this recipe
Bagels Thermomix TM7 bring the classic New York delicatessen experience straight into your kitchen. Searching for an authentic bagel recipe that works with an all-in-one kitchen machine? This one delivers: a firm dough of strong bread flour and dried instant yeast, kneaded to develop that signature chew, then briefly boiled in water with barley malt extract and bicarbonate of soda before baking. The result is a glossy, bronzed crust and a dense yet springy crumb that supermarket versions rarely match. The seed topping of poppy, sesame and pumpkin seeds adds nutty crunch and bakery style looks. Ideal for weekend breakfast, brunch with friends or a lunchbox sandwich base, these bagels also freeze beautifully. Because the TM7 handles the heavy kneading and precise heating, even novice bakers can achieve professional results without sore arms or guesswork.
Preparation tips
- Tip 1: Weigh the strong bread flour directly into the mixing bowl on the built-in scale; the flour-to-water ratio determines the chewiness, so accurate quantities matter more than with ordinary bread.
- Tip 2: Shape the bagels firmly and let the seam rest underneath on the baking tray, so they keep their ring shape during boiling and baking without opening up.
- Tip 3: Swap the seed topping to suit your taste: use only sesame seeds for a classic version, or add flaky sea salt and dried onion for an everything-style bagel the whole family will love.
Recipe variations
- Variation 1: For a festive cinnamon raisin version, knead a handful of raisins and a pinch of cinnamon into the bagel dough and skip the seed topping; the sweetness pairs beautifully with cream cheese.
- Variation 2: For a savoury seasonal autumn variation, toast the pumpkin seeds with a little smoked paprika before topping the bagels, giving a warm, smoky flavour perfect for a hearty weekend brunch.
Why this recipe works
Fresh, chewy bagels are often too time-consuming to make from scratch during a hectic week. However, the Thermomix TM7 transforms this labour-intensive task into a quick, hands-free experience. It handles the vigorous kneading effortlessly, delivering perfect dough texture while you attend to your busy schedule. Enjoy bakery-quality flavour without spending hours in the kitchen. This recipe allows you to maximise your time without sacrificing the joy of homemade food. It’s the ideal solution for delicious results whenever you need them most.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Weigh the strong bread flour and water directly in the mixing bowl for a precisely balanced, chewy bagel dough every time. [Precision Control]
- The TM7 kneads the firm yeast dough hands-free until beautifully smooth and elastic, saving your arms ten minutes of effort. [Hands-Free]
- Grinding the pumpkin seeds coarsely in the TM7 releases their nutty oils for a fresher, more aromatic topping. [Multi-Function]
- Heating the water with bicarbonate of soda happens at a controlled temperature, so the bagels develop their glossy crust without boiling over. [Precision Control]
- The Thermomix mixes the barley malt extract evenly through the dough, giving every bagel a consistent golden colour and subtle sweetness. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- water
- dried instant yeast
- strong white bread flour
- fine sea salt
- vegetable oil
- barley malt extract
- bicarbonate of soda
- poppy seeds
- sesame seeds
- pumpkin seeds