Pumpkin Spice Bagels Recipe
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with our homemade Pumpkin Spice Bagels. Made with pumpkin puree and aromatic spices, these delightful treats offer a perfect blend of softness and warmth.
Servings: 8
Calories: 250kcal
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Stand mixer or hand mixer
- Measuring cups, and spoons
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Plastic wrap
- Large pot
- Slotted spoon
- Cooling Rack
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Optional toppings: pumpkin seeds, cinnamon sugar, or cream cheese
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar. Allow the mixture to rest for 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, remaining brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Add the yeast mixture to the pumpkin mixture and mix thoroughly.
- Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, while continuing to mix. The dough will become thick and sticky.
- Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead it for approximately 5 minutes until it reaches a smooth and elastic consistency.
- Coat a large bowl with vegetable oil, ensuring it is well-greased, and place the dough inside the bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until the dough has doubled in size.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper while preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- After the dough has risen, gently punch it down to release the air. Divide the dough into 8 equal-sized portions and shape each portion into a ball. Poke a hole in the center of each ball and stretch it to form a bagel shape.
- Add water to a large pot and bring it to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of brown sugar to the boiling water. Using a slotted spoon, carefully place 2-3 bagels at a time into the boiling water. Boil them for approximately 1 minute on each side.
- Remove the bagels from the water using a slotted spoon and transfer them to the prepared baking sheet. If desired, sprinkle them with optional toppings such as pumpkin seeds or cinnamon sugar.
- Place the bagels in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until they achieve a beautiful golden brown color.
- Once baked, transfer the bagels to a cooling rack and let them cool completely before serving.