Description

These Valentine Homemade Blueberry Bagels are bursting with fresh blueberries and sweetness, offering a delightful homemade taste perfect for breakfast or snacks. Simple to prepare, they’re a fantastic option for anyone who loves easy baking with a fruity twist.

Ingredients

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1 and 1/2 cups (about 200g) fresh or frozen blueberries
1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar, divided
1 cup (240g/ml) warm water (between 100–110°f/38–43°c)
1 tablespoon instant or active dry yeast*
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3/4 cup (120g) dried blueberries
3 and 3/4 cups (488g) bread flour (spooned & leveled), plus more as needed*
2 teaspoons salt
for coating the bowl: nonstick spray or 2 teaspoons butter or olive oil
2 quarts (1.9l) water
1/4 cup (85g) honey or barley malt syrup
egg wash: 1 egg white beaten with 1 tablespoon water

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Instructions

Combine the blueberries and half the sugar in a saucepan over medium-low heat and cook until a sauce forms, then cool slightly.
Mix warm water, remaining sugar, and yeast in a stand mixer’s bowl. Let sit until foamy.
Add blueberry sauce, vanilla, dried blueberries, 1 cup flour, and salt. Beat until smooth, then add remaining flour until a dough forms.
Knead dough for 6–8 minutes until elastic, using more flour if necessary to prevent stickiness.
Grease a large bowl, place the dough inside, and let rise covered until doubled in size.
Prepare baking sheets with parchment or silicone mats.
After rising, punch down the dough and divide into 8 pieces. Shape into bagels.
Bring water and honey or syrup to a boil and boil bagels for 1 minute per side.
Brush bagels with egg wash and bake until golden brown.
Cool on a rack before serving.

Notes

For best results, ensure your water is at the right temperature for the yeast activation.
If you prefer sweeter bagels, feel free to increase the amount of sugar used in the recipe.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bagel
Calories: 210
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 380mg
Fat: 2.5g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 15mg