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A toasted and sliced gluten-free bagel with cream cheese on a plate.

The Best Gluten Free Bagels: Chewy, Authentic & Easy to Make at Home


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  • Author: Helen Lois
  • Total Time: 100
  • Yield: 8 bagels 1x

Description

This is a true Gf Bagel Recipe, designed from the ground up to deliver a shiny, slightly crisp crust and a wonderfully chewy interior. This Easy Bagel Recipe replicates the classic New York-style experience, just without the gluten!


Ingredients

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FOR THE DOUGH:

30 g (6 tbsp) whole psyllium husk

540 g (2¼ cups) lukewarm water

220 g (1¾ cups + 2½ tbsp) tapioca starch

220 g (1½ cups + 2 tbsp) millet flour

80 g (½ cup + 2 tbsp) sorghum flour

20 g (1½ tbsp) granulated sugar

12 g (2 tsp) salt

8 g (2½ tsp) instant yeast

20 g (1½ tbsp) olive oil

FOR BOILING & FINISHING:

23 tbsp molasses

1 large egg, whisked

23 tbsp sesame seeds, or other toppings of choice


Instructions

1. Prep: Start preheating your oven to 450ºF (230ºC). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Make Psyllium Gel: In a small bowl, mix together the psyllium husk and lukewarm water. A gel will form in about 30-45 seconds.

3. Mix Dough: In a stand mixer bowl, whisk together the tapioca starch, millet flour, sorghum flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Add the oil to the psyllium gel, then add the gel mixture to the dry ingredients. Knead with a dough hook until a smooth, firm dough forms.

4. Shape Bagels: Divide the dough into 8 equal portions (about 142g each). Roll each portion into a 10-inch rope. Overlap the ends by about 1 inch, pinch firmly to seal, and roll the seam on the counter to secure it.

5. Proof Briefly: Place the shaped bagels on a lightly floured surface, cover loosely with plastic wrap, and proof for only 30-40 minutes until just slightly puffed. Do NOT let them double in size.

6. Boil Bagels: Bring a large, wide pot of water with molasses to a rolling simmer. Gently drop in 2-4 bagels at a time. Boil for 30-45 seconds per side. Remove with a skimmer and let drain on a wire rack for a minute.

7. Top and Bake: Place drained bagels on the lined baking sheet. Brush generously with the whisked egg and sprinkle with your chosen toppings.

8. Bake: Place the sheet in the oven and immediately reduce the temperature to 400ºF (200ºC). Bake for 26-30 minutes, until deep golden brown.

9. Cool: Transfer bagels to a wire rack. Let them cool for at least 20-30 minutes before slicing, as the crumb needs time to set.

Notes

Don’t Over-proof: The short 30-40 minute proof is critical. Over-proofed bagels will collapse and become dense when boiled.

Psyllium is Key: Do not skip the psyllium husk. It is the essential ingredient that creates the authentic, chewy bagel texture.

Toasting is Best: These bagels are best on the day they are made. For days 2 and 3, slice and toast them to restore their amazing texture.

Oven Setup: For the best oven spring, preheat a baking steel or stone in your oven and place the baking sheet directly on top of it to bake.

  • Prep Time: 30
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Category: Breakfast, Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bagel
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 910 mg
  • Fat: 7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 68 g
  • Fiber: 8 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 25 mg