Delicious and Nutritious Whole Wheat Cinnamon Raisin Bagels

Enjoy the delightful combination of cinnamon and raisins in these homemade whole wheat bagels. These bagels are hearty, chewy, and packed with flavor. They are a healthier alternative to traditional bagels and perfect for breakfast or a snack on the go. With this simple recipe, you can make your own batch of fresh bagels that will impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 4 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
• 1 ½ cups warm water
• ⅓ cup honey
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 cup raisins
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar, for boiling

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, yeast, warm water, honey, salt, and ground cinnamon. Mix well until a dough forms.
2. Add the raisins to the dough and knead for about 5 minutes until the raisins are evenly distributed.
3. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
5. Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a smooth ball and then make a hole in the center with your thumb. Stretch the hole to make it about 1 inch in diameter.
6. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the brown sugar. Drop the bagels into the boiling water, 2-3 at a time, and boil for 1-2 minutes on each side.
7. Remove the boiled bagels from the water using a slotted spoon and place them on a greased baking sheet.
8. Bake the bagels in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack before serving.

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