Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Bagels

Indulge in the warm, cozy flavors of homemade Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Bagels, the perfect combination of sweetness and spice to start your morning or elevate your afternoon snack. These delightfully chewy bagels are infused with rich brown sugar and aromatic ground cinnamon, creating a subtly sweet and warmly spiced flavor profile. Made from scratch, this recipe walks you through the process of kneading, shaping, and boiling the dough to achieve that classic bagel texture with a golden-brown crust. A sprinkle of extra cinnamon on top or a shiny egg wash finish adds a beautiful touch. Whether enjoyed plain, toasted, or slathered with your favorite cream cheese or butter, these bagels are a delicious way to bring bakery-style perfection to your home kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 1.5 cups Warm water (around 110°F)
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (for boiling water)
• 1 Egg white (optional, for egg wash)
• 0.5 teaspoons Additional ground cinnamon (optional, for sprinkling)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, salt, and instant yeast.

Step 2

Gradually add the warm water to the dry ingredients, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 3

Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes by hand or 5-6 minutes using the dough hook attachment of a stand mixer, until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Shape the dough into a ball, place it in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp towel or plastic wrap, and let it rest in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then use your thumb to poke a hole in the center, stretching it gently to form a bagel shape.

Step 6

Place the shaped bagels on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover them lightly with a towel, and let them rest for 10 minutes.

Step 7

Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and bring a large pot of water to a boil. Stir in the granulated sugar.

Step 8

Boil the bagels, 2-3 at a time, for 45-60 seconds per side. Use a slotted spoon to remove and drain each bagel, then place them back on the parchment-lined sheet.

Step 9

If desired, brush the tops of the bagels with egg white for a shiny finish and sprinkle with additional ground cinnamon for extra flavor.

Step 10

Bake the bagels in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 11

Cool the bagels on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy plain, toasted, or with your favorite spread!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(947.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2009.2

Total Fat 5.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3613.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 427.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.6g	0%
Total Sugars 52.9g
Protein 56.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 178.6mg	0%
Iron 23.7mg	0%
Potassium 720.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.4%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 86.3%