Here’s how to make them 👇
🥯 Everything Bagel Bits
(Makes about 20–24 bites)
Ingredients
🧄 For the Dough:
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1 ¼ cups warm water (about 110°F / 43°C)
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1 tbsp granulated sugar
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2 ¼ tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp salt
🧈 For the Boil & Topping:
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6 cups water
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2 tbsp baking soda
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1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
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3 tbsp Everything Bagel seasoning (store-bought or homemade — mix sesame seeds, dried garlic, onion, poppy seeds, and salt)
🧀 Optional Filling:
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
Instructions
1. Make the dough
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In a large bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes, until foamy.
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Add flour and salt; mix until a soft dough forms.
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Knead for about 5–7 minutes (by hand or mixer) until smooth and elastic.
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Cover and let rise for 45–60 minutes, or until doubled in size.
2. Shape the bits
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Punch down dough and divide into 20–24 small pieces (about 1½ inches each).
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Optional filling: Flatten each dough piece slightly, place ½ tsp cream cheese in the center, then pinch and roll into a sealed ball.
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If not filling, just roll into smooth balls.
3. Boil
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Bring 6 cups of water and baking soda to a gentle boil.
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Drop in a few dough balls at a time and boil for 30 seconds per side.
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Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
4. Top & bake
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Brush each ball with egg wash.
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Sprinkle generously with Everything Bagel seasoning.
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Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 14–16 minutes, or until golden brown.
5. Serve warm
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Perfect plain, with cream cheese dip, honey butter, or even smoked salmon spread.
💡 Tips
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Don’t skip boiling — it gives that authentic chewy bagel texture!
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You can also air fry at 375°F for 8–10 minutes until golden.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat to soften.
Would you like me to give you a stuffed breakfast version — like Everything Bagel Bites with bacon, egg, and cream cheese inside?
