There's something irresistible about the savory, aromatic blend of seasonings on an everything bagel. This homemade bread captures all those beloved flavors in a convenient loaf form, perfect for sandwiches, toast, or simply enjoying with a smear of cream cheese.
The Magic of Everything Seasoning The signature everything bagel blend – a symphony of poppy seeds, sesame seeds, dried garlic, dried onion, and coarse salt – transforms this simple bread into something extraordinary. Each bite delivers that unmistakable flavor combination that bagel enthusiasts have come to love.
Ingredients: For the bread:
- 3½ cups bread flour
- 1¼ cups warm water
- 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1½ teaspoons salt
For everything seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons dried minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons dried minced onion
- 1 tablespoon coarse sea salt
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine warm water and honey. Sprinkle yeast over the mixture and let it stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Add olive oil, salt, and 3 cups of bread flour. Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then gradually add the remaining flour as needed.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Meanwhile, mix all everything seasoning ingredients in a small bowl.
- Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place in a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan. Cover and let rise again for 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush the top of the loaf with water and generously sprinkle with everything seasoning mixture.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped. Cool completely before slicing.
Serving Suggestions This versatile bread shines in numerous ways:
- Toasted and spread with cream cheese for a classic bagel experience
- As the foundation for exceptional sandwiches
- Transformed into savory French toast
- Cubed and toasted for unique croutons
Storage Tips Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or slice and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat frozen slices directly in the toaster for best results.
Baker's Notes The key to achieving that signature everything bagel flavor is being generous with the seasoning blend. Don't be shy when sprinkling it on top – some will inevitably fall off during baking and slicing. The moisture from brushing the loaf with water helps the seasonings adhere better during baking.
With this recipe, you can enjoy the beloved taste of an everything bagel in a more versatile form, perfect for your morning toast or lunchtime sandwich. The aroma of freshly baked everything bagel bread wafting through your kitchen is simply unforgettable.
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