Jalapeno Cheese Bagel

Spice up your breakfast routine with these homemade Jalapeño Cheese Bagels! Featuring a perfectly chewy texture, these bagels are infused with the bold kick of fresh jalapeños and melted cheddar cheese for a flavor-packed bite. Each bagel is boiled briefly for that authentic bagel texture, then baked to golden perfection with a topping of bubbly cheese and optional pickled jalapeños for an extra zesty finish. Whether enjoyed warm right out of the oven or toasted the next day, these savory bagels are a deliciously satisfying way to start your day. Perfect for breakfast sandwiches or as a snack, this crowd-pleasing recipe is a must-try for any cheese and spice lover.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:115 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1.25 cups Warm water
• 1.5 tablespoons Sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 medium Fresh jalapenos, finely chopped
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 tablespoon Baking soda
• 2 quarts Water for boiling
• 1 large Egg white
• 1 tablespoon Water (for egg wash)
• 1 cup Additional cheddar cheese for topping
• 0.25 cup Sliced pickled jalapenos (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the warm water and sugar, then sprinkle the yeast on top. Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes foamy.

Step 2

Add the salt and gradually mix in the flour, one cup at a time, to form a stiff dough.

Step 3

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Flatten the dough and sprinkle over the chopped jalapenos and 1 cup of cheddar cheese, then knead until the jalapenos and cheese are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 5

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm area for about 1 hour, or until the dough has doubled in size.

Step 6

Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and then poke a hole through the center with your finger, stretching the dough to create a donut shape.

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 8

Bring 2 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot, then add the baking soda.

Step 9

Boil the bagels, two at a time, for 1 minute on each side, then remove with a slotted spoon and place on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 10

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg white and 1 tablespoon of water to make an egg wash.

Step 11

Brush the boiled bagels with the egg wash, then top with the additional cheddar cheese and, if using, sliced pickled jalapenos.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese on top is bubbly.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3210.8 grams (3210.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3285

Total Fat 118.40g	152%
Saturated Fat 76.00g	380%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 376mg	125%
Sodium 10363mg	451%
Total Carbohydrate 405.20g	147%
Dietary Fiber 16.30g	58%
Total Sugars 22.30g
Protein 144.30g	289%

Vitamin D 75IU	376%
Calcium 2593mg	199%
Iron 26mg	142%
Potassium 1251mg	27%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.7%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 49.7%