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    Home » Breakfast Recipes

    The Best Homemade Blueberry Bagels

    Modified: Aug 22, 2024 · Published: Aug 29, 2023 by Vicky · 31 Comments · Post contains affiliate links

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    Love bagels and easy bread recipes but don't have the time and money to go to a bagel shop each day? Check out this Blueberry Bagels Recipe, and see how easy it is to enjoy yummy New York-style bagels without ever leaving the house. Be sure to also try our Cottage Cheese Bagels!

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    Blueberry Bagels

    This easy bagel recipe makes delicious treats, especially when eaten fresh from the oven. Their blueberry flavor and chewy texture make them irresistible. Even better, this recipe doesn't contain any preservatives, making it a healthier option than store-bought bagels.

    Not only are these homemade blueberry bagels healthier, but they're also much cheaper and easier than constantly buying them from the store. Don't you just love easy breakfast recipes?

    Blueberry Recipes

    I love how versatile blueberries are - you can add them to pancakes, muffins, smoothies, and even savory dishes like salads or sauces. Plus, their vibrant blue color adds a fun touch to any dish. Blueberry recipes for the win!

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    Bleuberry Bagel Ingredients

    • Yeast - You can use active dry yeast or instant yeast.
    • Water - To reactivate the yeast.
    • Sugar - Helps to bring out the sweetness in the blueberries.
    • Flour - You can use all-purpose flour to make these, but I have found the best results using bread flour.
    • Blueberries - Add blueberry flavor, moisture, and purple color to bagels.

    How to Make Bagels at Home

    In a small bowl, mix 1 ¼ cup warm water and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Pour 1 packet of yeast into the bowl with the liquid and allow the mixture to rest for 5 minutes until it gets foamy.

    mixing yeast with water.

    Mix 3 ½ cups of bread flour and 1 ½ teaspoon salt in a large bowl.

    bowl of flour.

    Make a well in the center of the flour and pour in the water and yeast mixture. Mix well.

    mixing ingredients to make bagels.

    In a small dish, coat 1 cup of blueberries with ¼ cup flour.

    blueberries coated in flour.

    Fold the berries into the bagel dough. Knead, by hand or with a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment, for about 10 minutes. Cover the dough with a damp towel and let it rise about 1 - 1 ½ hours or until it has doubled in size.

    mixing blueberry bagel dough in a mixer.

    Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. I usually will weigh them on a food scale to make sure they are equal.

    balls of dough.

    Make a hole into the center of each dough ball. Set the bagels on a baking sheet and let them rise for 30 minutes.

    blueberry bagel dough on a cookie sheet

    While the bagels rise, boil water in a stock pot or large saucepan. When the bagels have finished their last rise, put them in the large pot of water.

    Flip the bagels after 1 minute using a slotted spoon and allow them to boil on the other side for 1 minute. If you want extra chewy bagels, allow them to boil for 2 minutes per side.


    Place the bagels back on a greased baking sheet or use parchment paper. Bake at 425 degrees for 20 minutes. Move bagels to a wire rack for cooling.

    sliced blueberry bagels

    I love eating these bagels fresh from the oven, generously topped with butter or cream cheese. If you want to try and make air fryer blueberry bagels, try this recipe from Fork to Spoon.

    Tips For Blueberry Bagel Recipe

    Tip 1: You could go with all-purpose flour, but trust me, bread flour gives the best results in my experience.

    Tip 2: If you can, use fresh blueberries. They will give the bagels the best flavor and texture. If you use frozen blueberries, make sure they are thawed and drained before using.


    FAQs For Blueberry Bagels

    What do you put on a blueberry bagel?

    Butter and cream cheese make great toppings for blueberry bagels.

    Can I put these homemade bagels in the toaster?

    Yes, they toast up nicely. I love toasting them and serving them with butter.

    Can I use frozen blueberries with this recipe?

    Yes, you can. They will add some moisture to the dough, and your dough will become more purple.

    Can you freeze these blueberry bagels?

    Yes, you can. I often make a big batch and freeze the leftovers in an airtight sealed bag. They will last for a few months this way.

    How do I store leftover bagels?

    If you plan to eat the leftover bagels within a few days, place them in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days. You can refrigerate homemade bagels for up to 1 week.

    Bagel Recipes

    Making bagels at home is simple, allowing you to customize them to suit different tastes and diets. So grab your flour and yeast and try one of these easy bagel recipes:

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    Essential Baking Making Tools

    There are only a few kitchen tools that you need to make homemade bagels. First, a mixing bowl and measuring cups are essential for making the dough. A sturdy rolling pin will come in handy when shaping the bagels.

    And of course, you can't forget about a baking sheet and oven to bake them. With just a few basic kitchen tools that you can find on Amazon, you'll be well on your way to enjoying fresh homemade bagels in no time!

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    Blueberry Bagels Recipe

    Vicky
    Love the taste of bagels, but don't have the time or money to go to a bagel shop each day? Check out this Blueberry Bagels Recipe, and see how easy it is to enjoy yummy bagels without ever leaving the house.
    4.77 from 42 votes
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    Prep Time 3 hours hrs
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Total Time 3 hours hrs 20 minutes mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8
    Calories 236 kcal

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    Ingredients
      

    • 1 pack yeast
    • 2 tablespoon sugar
    • 1 ¼ cup warm water
    • 3 ½ cups bread flour
    • ¼ cup flour (for dusting blueberries)
    • 1 ½ teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup blueberries

    Instructions
     

    • In a small bowl, mix 1 ¼ cup warm water and 2 tablespoon sugar.
    • Pour in 1 pack of yeast and allow to rest for 5 minutes and it gets foamy.
    • In a bowl,mix 3 ½ cups all purpose flour and 1 ½ teaspoon salt.
    • Make a well in the center and pour the water and yeast mixture.
    • Mix well.
    • In a small dish, coat 1 cup blueberries with ¼ cup flour.
    • Fold the blueberries into the bagel dough.
    • Knead, by hand or with a mixer for about 10 minutes.
    • Cover and let rise about 1 - 1 ½ hours or until it has doubled in size.
    • Divide the dough into 8 balls.
    • Using your thumb, make a hole in the center.
    • Set on a baking sheet and let rise for 30 minutes.
    • While the bagels are rising, in a stock pot, boil water.
    • After their last rise, put the bagel in the boiling water. Flip after 1 minute and allow to boil on the other side for 1 minute. (For extra chewy bagels, allow 2 minutes per side.)
    • Put back on a baking sheet. Bake at 425 for 20 minutes.
    • Move bagels to a wire rack for cooling.

    Notes

    • You can freeze these bagels. I often make a big batch and freeze the leftovers in an airtight, sealed bag. They will last for a few months this way.
    • You can make these using all-purpose flour, but I have found that using bread flour gives the best results.
    • For the best flavor and texture, it's recommended to use fresh blueberries. If you opt for frozen blueberries, make sure to thaw and drain them before using.
    This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information may vary depending on numerous factors.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 236kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 437mgPotassium: 78mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 3mg
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    1. Chloe says

      October 16, 2020 at 5:06 pm

      5 stars
      These bagels are REALLY good! I used frozen blueberries and it gave them a beautiful purple colour. Definitely a favourite and I will be making these a lot!! Thank you for the awesome recipe!

      Reply
    2. Ruby says

      June 11, 2020 at 12:02 am

      What is the measurement for “1 pack yeast” and do you recommend instant or active dry yeast?

      Thanks

      Reply
    3. Scarlet says

      May 14, 2020 at 5:22 am

      I love how bagels are great for any meal of the day! Can't wait to try this blueberry bagels recipe!

      Reply
    4. Scarlet says

      April 08, 2020 at 10:30 am

      I have never made blueberry bagels. I bet they are delicious homemade! Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
    5. Megan says

      March 24, 2020 at 5:35 am

      Could I use frozen blueberries?

      Reply
      • Thyra Eberhardt says

        March 30, 2020 at 12:02 pm

        I used frozen blueberries and they still turned out great. Much more blue than in the pictures 🙂

        Reply
        • Fran says

          April 20, 2020 at 11:49 am

          If using frozen blueberries, do you thaw them/drain them first? My dough came out so soupy when I made them (from another recipe) and they didn’t raise at all.

    6. Natalie says

      December 10, 2018 at 10:27 pm

      5 stars
      Looks so delicious! I love the beautiful color inside! ♥

      Reply
    7. Tracy says

      December 10, 2018 at 9:18 pm

      5 stars
      Wow! These were great! Thank you for the step by step instructions. Great recipe!

      Reply
    8. Jillian says

      December 10, 2018 at 9:11 pm

      5 stars
      I love fresh bagels from the deli but I find they go stale so quickly, so this recipe made my day! Fresh bagels any time I want! Thank you!

      Reply
    9. Tisha says

      December 10, 2018 at 9:05 pm

      5 stars
      I love blueberry bagels! Perfect for a grab and go breakfast!

      Reply
    10. georgie says

      December 10, 2018 at 8:53 pm

      5 stars
      these look beautiful! I love bagels, but I've never made bagels before. I'd love to learn though!

      Reply
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