Description
Homemade Rosemary and Sea Salt Cheese Bagels combine a chewy, flavorful bagel crust infused with fresh rosemary, topped with melted cheese and a sprinkle of sea salt.
Ingredients
											
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			- 4 cups bread flour
 - 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
 - 1 tbsp sugar
 - 1 1/2 tsp salt
 - 1 1/4 cups warm water
 - 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
 - 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
 - 1 tbsp sea salt
 - 2 tbsp baking soda (for boiling)
 
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, salt, and rosemary.
 - Add warm water gradually and knead until a smooth dough forms, about 8-10 minutes.
 - Cover and let dough rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
 - Divide dough into 8 equal portions and shape each into a bagel.
 - Bring a large pot of water to boil, add baking soda. Boil bagels for about 1 minute per side.
 - Place boiled bagels on a baking sheet. Sprinkle shredded cheese and sea salt on top.
 - Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cheese is melted.
 
Notes
- Substitute rosemary with thyme or oregano for different flavors.
 - Add garlic powder or onion flakes to dough for extra taste.
 - Use gouda or pepper jack cheese as alternatives.
 - Brush bagels with egg wash before baking for extra shine.
 - Top with sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or everything seasoning for variety.
 - Freeze baked bagels and thaw before reheating.
 
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel
 - Calories: 310
 - Sugar: 3g
 - Sodium: 450mg
 - Fat: 8g
 - Saturated Fat: 4g
 - Unsaturated Fat: 3g
 - Trans Fat: 0g
 - Carbohydrates: 50g
 - Fiber: 3g
 - Protein: 11g
 - Cholesterol: 25mg