Dairy-Free Classic New York Bagels

Indulge in the authentic taste of the Big Apple with these Dairy-Free Classic New York Bagels, a perfect blend of chewy interiors and golden, crisp exteriors. This recipe is a dairy-free twist on the beloved bakery staple, made with simple pantry ingredients like bread flour, active dry yeast, and a touch of barley malt syrup for that signature bagel flavor. The process captures true New York-style bagel magic, from a satisfying hand-kneading session to the essential boiling step with baking soda for that iconic crust. Whether you're topping them with a schmear of dairy-free cream cheese or stacking on your favorite sandwich fillings, these bagels are guaranteed to be a hit. Ideal for home bakers looking to recreate this classic comfort food without dairy, these bagels deliver bakery-worthy results right from your oven.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:115 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams Bread flour
• 7 grams Active dry yeast
• 350 milliliters Warm water
• 30 grams Sugar
• 10 grams Salt
• 20 grams Barley malt syrup
• 5 grams Baking soda

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the bread flour and salt. Create a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture.

Step 3

Mix the ingredients with your hands or a wooden spoon until a rough dough forms.

Step 4

Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 6

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball.

Step 7

Using your thumb, poke a hole through the center of each ball then gently stretch to form a ring, keeping the hole about 2 inches in diameter.

Step 8

Place the bagel rings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover with a damp towel, and let them rise for another 15 minutes.

Step 9

Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F).

Step 10

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the baking soda and barley malt syrup.

Step 11

Boil the bagels in batches, 1-2 minutes per side for a chewy texture.

Step 12

Remove the bagels from the water using a slotted spoon and place them back on the parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 13

Bake the bagels in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown, rotating the tray halfway through for even baking.

Step 14

Remove from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(927.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2021.3

Total Fat 7.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5321.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 427.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 41.4g
Protein 62.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 77.3mg	0%
Iron 22.4mg	0%
Potassium 661.6mg	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: 3.5%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 84.2%