Low Sodium Homemade Seed-Crusted Bagels

Discover a healthier twist on a classic bakery favorite with these Low Sodium Homemade Seed-Crusted Bagels. Perfectly chewy on the inside with a golden, seed-studded crust, these bagels are a guilt-free delight for anyone looking to reduce their sodium intake without sacrificing flavor. Made from scratch with simple ingredients like bread flour, honey, and no-salt baking powder, the dough is boiled for that authentic bagel texture and then baked to perfection. The mix of sesame, poppy, and flax seeds adds a satisfying crunch and nutty flavor. Easy to customize and ideal for breakfast or snacks, these bagels are a deliciously wholesome alternative to store-bought options. Whether you're pairing them with a schmear of cream cheese or using them to build the ultimate sandwich, these homemade bagels are sure to be a hit.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams bread flour
• 7 grams instant yeast
• 25 grams sugar
• 300 milliliters warm water
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon no-salt baking powder
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 50 grams mixed seeds (such as sesame, poppy, flax)
• 1 large egg white (for egg wash)
• 3 liters water (for boiling)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix together the bread flour, instant yeast, sugar, and no-salt baking powder.

Step 2

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and gradually add the warm water and honey, stirring until a dough starts to form.

Step 3

Add in the olive oil and knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until it's smooth and elastic.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal pieces.

Step 7

Shape each piece into a ball and then poke a hole through the center with your thumb, gently stretching to form a bagel shape.

Step 8

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully drop the bagels into the water, a few at a time, and boil for 1 minute on each side.

Step 9

Remove the bagels with a slotted spoon and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 10

Lightly beat the egg white with a little water to make an egg wash. Brush each bagel with the egg wash.

Step 11

Sprinkle the mixed seeds generously over the top of each bagel.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until the bagels are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 13

Cool them on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3979.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2480.1

Total Fat 43.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 78.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 455.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.6g	0%
Total Sugars 61.9g
Protein 75.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 225.2mg	0%
Iron 25.5mg	0%
Potassium 869.9mg	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: 15.5%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 72.4%