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Irresistibly Festive Flavorful Candy Cane Bagels to Delight You

These Festive Flavorful Candy Cane Bagels are a whimsical twist on traditional bagels, perfect for holiday breakfasts.
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bagel recipe, Breakfast Treats, candy cane bagels, Festive Recipes, holiday bagels, seasonal baking
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Rising Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 bagels
Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • Bowls
  • Baking Tray
  • pot
  • Whisk

Ingredients

For the Dough

  • 1 cup Warm Water Around 110°F (43°C) for optimal yeast activation.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Enhances flavor and assists yeast growth.
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Ensure it's fresh for the best bagel texture.
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Forms the foundation of your bagels.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor and helps control fermentation.

For the Festive Colors

  • 1 tablespoon Red Gel Food Coloring Can be substituted with sprinkles.
  • 1 tablespoon Green Gel Food Coloring Feel free to explore other shades.
  • 1 tablespoon White Gel Food Coloring Optional, adds nice visual appeal.

Instructions

How to Make Festive Flavorful Candy Cane Bagels

  • Activate Yeast: In a bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Allow it to sit for 10 minutes until frothy.
  • Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Pour in the yeast mixture and stir until it forms a sticky dough.
  • Knead Dough: Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 5-10 minutes or use a stand mixer for 7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • Color Dough: Divide the dough into three pieces and mix the red, green, and optional white gel food coloring into each piece.
  • First Rise: Place colored dough balls into greased bowls, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  • Shape Bagels: Stack flattened doughs, cut into strips, and twist into candy cane shapes.
  • Second Rise: Allow the shaped bagels to rise for 30 minutes.
  • Boil Bagels: Fill a pot with simmering water and gently boil the bagels for 1 minute on each side.
  • Bake Bagels: Place the bagels in a preheated oven at 350°F and bake for 38-40 minutes until golden brown.

Notes

Serve with a light spread of cream cheese or your favorite jam for a festive delight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bagel | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Sodium: 250mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 6mg