Easy Flagels
Flagels, a flatter version of bagels, have that perfect combination of chewy texture on the inside and a slightly crispy, golden crust. Whether you top them with cream cheese, smoked salmon, or your favorite spread, these delightful treats are sure to become a household favorite.
Don’t you love the smell of freshly baked bread and baked goods in your house? I know we do. Some of our homemade favorites are these Homemade Bagels with Everything Seasoning or these Pretzel Biscuits.
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❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- These flagels are a delightful twist on classic bagels. They’re thinner, crispier, and absolutely perfect for sandwiches or enjoying on their own!
- Quick and easy to make with simple ingredients, they’re a fantastic homemade alternative to store-bought bagels.
- Perfectly customizable with your favorite toppings or flavors, making them a hit for breakfast, lunch, or even a snack.
🛒Ingredients
We’ve made this list to help you save time on your next trip to the grocery store. You can find the full amounts needed in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- warm water
- active dry yeast
- sugar
- bread flour
- salt
- olive oil
- honey
- egg
- Toppings of choice: sesame seeds, everything bagel
🔪 How to Make These Easy Flagels
This is a quick overview of the steps needed to make this recipe. You can find the full instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine warm water, sugar and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Add the flour, salt and olive oil. Use the dough hook and knead the dough for 5-6 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- Cover the bowl and place the dough in a warm place for 1- 1 ½ hours, until doubled in size.
- Flatten each bagel slightly with your palm to cream the signature “flagel” shape. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the honey to the water. Boil each flagel for 30 seconds on each side, then transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush each flagel with egg wash, then sprinkle with your desired toppings, or leave plain.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool on a rack before slicing and enjoying.
🥄 Equipment
- large mixing bowl
- Stand mixer
- large pot of water
- Pastry brush
- parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet
🥫 Storage
Storage—Store your flags in an airtight container or bag at room temperature for 2-3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, simply toast in a toaster oven or regular oven until warmed through.
Serve With
Enjoy them with a schmear of cream cheese and smoked salmon for a classic combo, or layer on avocado and eggs for a hearty breakfast. Pair them with your favorite deli meats and cheeses for a satisfying sandwich, or serve alongside a bowl of soup or salad for a delightful meal.
💭 Tips
- For perfectly shaped bagels, try using a dough scraper to create evenly sized portions before shaping.
- Don’t skip the water bath! Boiling the bagels before baking helps create that signature chewy crust.
- Want extra flavor? Add mix-ins like dried herbs, minced garlic, or shredded cheese to the dough before shaping.
⁉️ FAQ
Do you have questions about this easy flagels recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.
A flagel, short for “flat bagel,” is a thinner and crispier version of a traditional bagel. It’s made using the same dough but pressed flat before baking, giving it a unique texture that’s perfect for sandwiches or simply enjoying with your favorite spread.
Boiling bagels before baking helps create their signature chewy texture and glossy crust. The hot water gelatinizes the starches on the bagel’s surface, which prevents them from rising too much in the oven and gives them that deliciously dense and chewy interior.
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🧾Recipe Card
Want to make this recipe? Print the recipe card below, or pin this recipe, so you can find it later.
Easy Flagels
Equipment
- large mixing bowl
- Stand mixer
- large pot of water
- Pastry brush
- parchment lined rimmed baking sheet
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups warm water
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast 1 packet
- 1 Tablespoon sugar
- 3 ½ cups bread flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 Tablespoon honey
- 1 egg
- Toppings of choice: sesame seeds everything bagel
Instructions
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine warm water, sugar and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Add the flour, salt and olive oil. Use the dough hook and knead the dough for 5-6 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- Cover the bowl and place the dough in a warm place for 1- 1 ½ hours, until doubled in size.
- Punch the dough down and divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then use your fingers to poke a hole in the center, stretching it into a bagel shape.
- Flatten each bagel slightly with your palm to cream the signature “flagel” shape.
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the honey to the water.
- Boil each flagel for 30 seconds on each side, then transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush each flagel with egg wash, then sprinkle with your desired toppings, or leave plain.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool on a rack before slicing and enjoying.
Notes
Disclaimer
Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.
