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Want homemade bagels that are so simple? This easy cinnamon raisin bagel recipe requires no boiling and no yeast--ready in less than an hour and so soft and chewy. Cinnamon Raisin is a classic flavor everyone loves!
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No yeast, no boiling, but still all the goodness of a soft, chewy bagel. Too good to be true? I promise these homemade cinnamon raisin bagels are for real!
These simple Greek yogurt bagels blew me away the first time I made them. I always assumed making my own bagels would be touch, but with just a few ingredients, these bagels can be yours as well--with minimal effort!
Why You Will Love These Cinnamon Raisin Bagels:
- No boiling is required.
- Greek yogurt gives them a protein boost.
- They are simple enough for the kids to help out with--and they are kid approved!
- They are soft and chewy and perfectly dense.
I mean, you are practically ready to open up your own bagel shop, right??
Recipe Ingredients and Substitutions:
- Flour: I used a combination of whole wheat and all purpose flour. I thought I might as well put a bit of whole grain into these for Sam, and he loved them. You could use all white flour if you like instead.
- Make sure your baking powder is FRESH for these. If it is expired, these cinnamon raisin bagels won't be much of a success.
How to make this recipe:
Whisk together the dry ingredients.
Add in the Greek yogurt and vanilla and stir or use your hands to combine until a dough begins to form. Fold in the raisins, pull it all into a ball and move the dough to a lightly floured surface.
If the dough seems dry at all, add a teaspoon or so of water to help. Knead the ball of dough about 10-15 times.
Form into 6 equal sized balls. Roll each of the balls out into a long, thin (no more than about 1 inch) wide piece. Form them into circles and pinch the ends together well to combine into one.
Whisk the egg in a small bowl and then spread a generous layer of the egg wash on all the bagels to cover. Get into the middle of each bagel as well.
Bake and enjoy! Warm from the oven they are so so delicious!
Try your best not to over bake these Cinnamon Raisin Bagels or they will be too dry inside.
How to serve these:
- If you are talking toppings then by all means you can never go wrong with cream cheese or butter. A bagel with either of these never disappoints!
- I love these with peanut butter and banana!
- Have you ever had a pb and j on cinnamon raisin bread or a bagel? Do it NOW!
- I have a friend who uses bagels in her French Toast recipes BE THAT FRIEND! Cinnamon raisin bagel French Toast would be heaven.
- Cream cheese with a drizzle of honey would be amazing too.
What else? How else will you enjoy these bagels?
Notes and Pro-Tips:
- Do not over bake these bagels! They are much better being pulled out early. If you over bake them, they will become dry and much too chewy. If you pull them out when they are a light golden brown then you should be good to go!
- When you roll them out, remember they WILL expand so make the middle hole a little larger than you think it may need to be. Also, try to really connect and incorporate the two pieces you connect or they will bake up to look more like a 'C' than an 'O.' They will taste the same though!
- I only added a Tablespoon of sugar. They are not overly sweet and I liked them that way. Add a bit more if you prefer a little more sweetness to your bagels. I have made these with 2 tablespoons of sugar as well and that makes a bit of a difference in sweetness without being too much.
- When using the egg wash, make sure to cover the entire bagel, including the middle and the bottom edges. The egg wash is what makes the outside of the bagel nice and chewy. You don't want to miss that!
- Not feeling raisins? No worries! You can add other dried fruit if you like as well. Or omit them if you don't like them.
All right then, go get to making those bagels! And enjoy each and every last bite!
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Easy Cinnamon Raisin Bagel Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 c all purpose flour
- 1 c whole wheat flour
- 1 ¾ c plain Greek Yogurt (I used full fat)
- 4 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 T sugar
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ c raisins
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Combine flours, baking powder, sugar, and sea salt. Use a whisk or fork to mix.
- Add in Greek Yogurt, cinnamon and vanilla and mix well to combine using a fork. Mixture will be somewhat crumbly or clumpy. Fold in the raisins and then pull the mixture together into one ball and transfer it to a lightly floured surface. (if it seems a bit dry, add a teaspoon of water)
- Knead the dough about 10-15 times and then divide it into 6-8 even pieces. (you can cut into it or just pull it apart, both work fine!)
- Roll each piece into a thin (about 1 inch or just less in diameter) long rope and then make a circle and join the ends trying to press them together. Place on a parchment lined baking sheet. Repeat with the rest of the bagels.
- Whisk the egg for the egg wash in a small bowl. Brush the egg wash all over each bagel, getting every part of the bagel that is showing, including the middle of the bagel.
- Bake for about 20-24 minutes or until browned as desired not the outside. Allow to cool before serving, or heck, eat them warm--yum! (you do NOT want to overcook these, so grab them the sooner than later.)
- Store for several days in an airtight container or freeze.
Notes
- Do not over bake these bagels! They are much better being pulled out early. If you over bake them, they will become dry and much too chewy. If you pull them out when they are a light golden brown then you should be good to go!
- When you roll them out, remember they WILL expand so make the middle hole a little larger than you think it may need to be. Also, try to really connect and incorporate the two pieces you connect or they will bake up to look more like a 'C' than an 'O.' They will taste the same though!
- I only added a Tablespoon of sugar. They are not overly sweet and I liked them that way. Add a bit more if you prefer a little more sweetness to your bagels. I have made these with 2 tablespoons of sugar as well and that makes a bit of a difference in sweetness without being too much.
- When using the egg wash, make sure to cover the entire bagel, including the middle and the bottom edges. The egg wash is what makes the outside of the bagel nice and chewy. You don't want to miss that!
- Not feeling raisins? No worries! You can add other dried fruit if you like as well. Or omit them if you don't like them.
Julie says
Wow - I had no idea you could make bagels without yeast! Is the texture and consistency the same as a traditional yeast bagel? I can't wait to give these a try!
Lorie says
I had no idea either! The texture/consistency is pretty spot on if you ask me!!
Kiki Johnson says
Cinnamon Raisin is my absolute favorite! With a generous smear of cream cheese obviously! These look so perfect, if I saw them in a coffee shop, I would not be able to resist!
Lorie says
Always with cream cheese and plenty of it!!!
Amy says
Oh, wow! These look delicious! 🙂 I've made bagels once or twice before, but always in culinary classes with industrial-sized kitchens and tons of time to burn -- I've been wanting for a long time to try making some on my own, but haven't been able to convince myself I have the time (or equipment) for it. Now I have no excuse! 🙂 Thanks for sharing!
Lorie says
Oooh I’d love to take a class to learn the real deal but this is what I’ve got for now and I’m good with it!!
Cheena says
I tried your recipe! The bagels came out delicious and the kitchen smelled heavenly. Thank you for a quick and easy bagels recipe. I skipped the raisins, cinnamon and vanilla for one half of the dough and just topped with the “everything bagel” seasoning. Those were good too but the cinnamon raisin were the bomb! That’s saying a lot considering I’m an “everything bagel” seasoning fanatic.
Lorie says
Oh I am obsessed with everything bagel seasoning! So glad to know that both are amazing. I want to try a more savory version as well! Thanks Cheena!
Jo says
did you say no yeast, no boiling! Boy that bagel looks too good. I love simple recipes and even more the ones which has twist. Love how moist and delicious your bagel look!
Lorie says
You bet I did, Jo! They are not too good to be true!!
Analida Braeger says
i haven't come upon a good yeast-less recipe in awhile,I am looking forward to trying yours out soon
Lorie says
Hope you love them!!
Denise says
They look like amazing bagels! I love that they are easy to make, I am now craving them and will have to try them!!
Lorie says
Hope you love them Denise!!
Carrie | Clean Eating Kitchen says
Oooh I love mixing it up with sweet bagels on a weekend! This looks like such an awesome recipe, I can't wait to try it!
Lorie says
Thanks Carrie!! Perfect weekend in my opinion!!
Elaine Benoit says
Oh my gosh. NO YEAST!?? Your bagels look so delicious and you'd never know they didn't have yeast! Hubby and I love bagels but I've never made them at home! And now I can!
Lorie says
No yeast. A dream?! No, it’s for real!!
Gloira says
I eat bagels ALL the time, since I am a bread (well carb) fanatic. I have not tried to make bagels at home. Looks like a fun and delicious project for the weekend. Nothing beats freshly baked bread of any kind.
Lorie says
You are my kind of woman, Gloria! All the carbs!
Emily Jones says
I am going to try these very soon, substituting Cup4Cup multipurpose gluten free flour for the regular AP flour & oat flour for the whole wheat. I've been GF for over 2 months now in hopes it'll help my IBS. I'll let you know how it turns out!
Lorie says
Let me know how it goes Emily! I plan to try some gluten free options to see how they go as well. Hoping that you are on the road to feeling better!!!
Emily Jones says
Well, I finally made them. I think the substitution of oat flour, which is easy enough to make, was a good choice. My only tweak would be a pinch more sugar or maybe honey. The bagels had a nice crunchy, but not too crunchy, exterior and a good chew on the inside. These were tasty AF with a smear of cream cheese. Thank you for your wonderful recipes!!
Lorie says
Oh I can’t wait to try these with out flour! Great idea. And yea, they aren’t super sweet as is so adjust as desired. Your comment seriously made my day. First time anyone has said anything on the blog was “tasty AF”—you are the best. ❤️