Ingredients
- 3 ½ cups bread flour
- 1 cup active sourdough starter
- 1 cup warm water 💧
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 cup shredded Asiago cheese 🧀
- Extra Asiago cheese for topping
- 1 tablespoon baking soda (for boiling water)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Mix the Dough
In a large bowl, combine sourdough starter, warm water, and honey. Mix well.
Step 2: Add Dry Ingredients
Add bread flour and salt. Mix until a dough forms.
Step 3: Knead the Dough
Knead the dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Step 4: First Rise
Cover the dough and let it rise for 6–8 hours or until doubled in size.
Step 5: Shape the Bagels
Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and poke a hole in the center to form a bagel shape.
Step 6: Second Rest
Let the shaped bagels rest for 20–30 minutes.
Step 7: Boil the Bagels
Bring water to a boil and add baking soda. Boil each bagel for 30 seconds per side.
Step 8: Add Cheese
Place bagels on a baking tray and sprinkle shredded Asiago cheese on top.
Step 9: Bake
Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 18–22 minutes until golden brown.
😋 Your homemade cheesy Sourdough Asiago Bagels are ready! 🥯🧀
