Description
Indulge in the sweet and tangy flavors of these Strawberry Shortcake Sourdough Bagels. Made with active sourdough starter and freeze-dried strawberries, these bagels are perfect for a delightful breakfast treat or anytime snack.
Ingredients
Scale
For the bagels:
- 1 cup active sourdough starter (100% hydration)
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 4 cups bread flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries (crushed)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the boiling water:
- 2 tablespoons honey
For the topping:
- 1/2 cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries
- 1/4 cup crushed graham crackers
- 2 tablespoons sugar
For serving (optional):
- whipped cream
- fresh strawberries
- strawberry jam
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the sourdough starter, warm water, and honey until combined.
- Cover and let rise at room temperature for 4–6 hours or until doubled in size.
- Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces, shape into balls, then poke a hole in the center of each and gently stretch into a bagel shape.
- Place on a parchment-lined tray, cover, and refrigerate overnight for cold proofing (8–12 hours).
- The next morning, bring a large pot of water to a boil and add honey. Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Carefully lower bagels into the boiling water, 2–3 at a time, and boil for 30 seconds on each side.
- Remove and immediately dip the tops into the crushed strawberry, graham cracker, and sugar topping mixture.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–22 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.
- Serve with whipped cream, fresh strawberries, or jam for a strawberry shortcake-style experience.
Add the flour, salt, crushed freeze-dried strawberries, and sugar. Mix until a rough dough forms, then knead for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Notes
- Use ripe, active sourdough starter for best rise.
- Freeze-dried strawberries give intense flavor without affecting dough hydration.
- You can skip the topping for a less sweet version or substitute with cinnamon sugar.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus overnight rest)
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
