Go Back

Salted Bread Bagels (Butter Bagels)

A healthier and protein-rich twist on classic bagels, these Salted Bread Bagels are fluffy, buttery, and perfect for meal prep.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 40 pieces
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American, Bakery
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 3/4 + 1.5 tbsp bread flour (108 g) Higher protein content.
  • 2.5 cups bread flour (322 g) Essential for chewy texture.
  • 1/2 tsp instant dry yeast (2 g) For fermentation.
  • 1.5 tbsp honey or brown sugar (22 g) Natural sweetener.
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil (14 g) Keeps dough moist.
  • 10-16 tbsp salted butter (144-224 g) Adjust based on preference.
Wet Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup water (180 ml) For hydrating dough.
  • 1/2 cup water (125 ml) Cold water for dough.
  • 2/3 cup boiling water Used during boiling for texture.
Toppings
  • rock salt, pretzel salt, or flaky salt For topping bagels.
  • malt syrup, molasses, sugar, or baking soda For boiling to enhance color and flavor.

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. Mix the dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add the boiling water to the flour mixture, then the remaining cold water, honey or brown sugar, and neutral oil. Mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough for about 10–15 minutes on a floured surface until you achieve a smooth and elastic texture.
  4. Divide the dough into 40 pieces and shape them into bagels.
Prepare for Boiling
  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil, adding malt syrup, molasses, sugar, or baking soda for flavor.
  2. Gently drop the bagels into the boiling water, boiling for 1–2 minutes on each side.
Bake the Bagels
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the bagels for about 20–25 minutes or until golden brown.

Notes

These bagels are meal prep friendly and can be frozen for later use. Customize flavors by adding herbs, garlic, or cheese.