Maple Cinnamon Chip Bagel French Toast Recipe

Introduction

Enjoy the delightful flavors of breakfast with these Maple French Toast Bagels. Soft, chewy bagels filled with cinnamon chips and infused with a subtle maple sweetness make for a perfect treat any time of day.

Ingredients

• 2 cups warm water (105°F – 113°F)
• 1 1/2 tbsp dry active yeast
• 1/4 cup + 1 tbsp brown sugar, packed & divided
• 1 tsp maple flavoring
• 4 1/2 – 5 cups bread flour
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 cups cinnamon chips
• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp milk
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp vanilla

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, combine warm water, dry active yeast, and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar. Stir and set aside until foamy and bubbly.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl or stand mixer bowl, mix together 4 1/2 cups bread flour, 1/4 cup brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon chips.
3. Step 3: Add the yeast mixture and maple flavoring to the dry ingredients. If the yeast mixture isn’t bubbly, it isn’t activated—discard and try again.
4. Step 4: Using a stand mixer with a dough hook, knead for 10 minutes, adding up to 1/2 cup extra flour as needed for a soft dough. By hand, stir into a shaggy dough, then knead on a clean surface for 10 minutes, adding flour as needed.
5. Step 5: Let the dough rest for 5 minutes after kneading.
6. Step 6: Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Shape each into a ball, then press your thumb into the center, rotating to form the bagel shape. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
7. Step 7: Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for 20 minutes.
8. Step 8: Preheat oven to 425°F after rising.
9. Step 9: Bring about 4 inches of water to a rolling boil in a large pot.
10. Step 10: Whisk together egg, milk, granulated sugar, and vanilla to make the egg wash. Set aside.
11. Step 11: Boil the bagels in batches for 1 minute on each side. Remove with a slotted spoon and return to the baking sheet.
12. Step 12: Brush each boiled bagel with the egg wash.
13. Step 13: Bake for 15-17 minutes until golden brown.
14. Step 14: Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

• If you don’t have cinnamon chips, finely chop cinnamon candies or stir in ground cinnamon with sugar for a similar flavor.
• Use pure maple syrup or real maple extract for best flavor authenticity.
• For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and use a flax egg instead of the regular egg wash.

Storage

Store the bagels in a zip-top bag at room temperature for up to 3 days. To refresh, warm briefly in a toaster or oven before serving to restore their soft texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I freeze these Maple French Toast Bagels?

Yes, you can freeze fully cooled bagels in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature and warm before eating.

What if my yeast doesn’t foam or bubble?

If the yeast doesn’t activate, it may be from incorrect water temperature or old yeast. Use water between 105°F and 113°F and fresh yeast for best results.

Maple Cinnamon Chip Bagel French Toast Recipe

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This recipe for Maple French Toast Bagels combines the comforting flavors of cinnamon, maple, and a hint of sweetness into a soft, chewy bagel. Made from scratch using bread flour, cinnamon chips, and a touch of maple flavoring, these bagels are boiled and baked to perfection, resulting in a delightful breakfast treat that tastes just like French toast in bagel form.

• Author: Ruby
• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 55 minutes
• Yield: 8 bagels 1x
• Category: Breakfast
• Method: Boiling and Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

• 2 cups warm water (105°F – 113°F)
• 1 1/2 tbsp dry active yeast
• 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 tbsp brown sugar, packed (for later use)
• 1 tsp maple flavoring
• 4 1/2 – 5 cups bread flour
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 cups cinnamon chips

Egg Wash

• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp milk
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm water, dry active yeast, and brown sugar. Stir gently and set aside until the mixture becomes foamy and bubbly, indicating the yeast is activated.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine 4 1/2 cups of bread flour, 1/4 cup brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon chips, evenly distributing all dry components.
3. Combine Yeast Mixture and Dry Ingredients: Add the foamy yeast mixture along with the maple flavoring to the dry ingredients. If the yeast mixture isn’t foamy and bubbly, discard and start again as the yeast may not be activated properly.
4. Knead Dough: Using a stand mixer with a dough hook, knead the mixture for 10 minutes, adding up to 1/2 cup extra flour if necessary to maintain a soft, workable dough. Alternatively, knead by hand on a clean surface for 10 minutes, adding flour as needed, pushing, turning, and folding the dough repeatedly.
5. Rest the Dough: Let the kneaded dough rest for 5 minutes, relaxing the gluten.
6. Divide and Shape Dough: Use a sharp knife or bench scraper to cut the dough into 8 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a tight ball, then press your thumb into the center and rotate to form classic bagel shapes. Arrange the shaped bagels on a parchment or silicone-lined baking sheet.
7. Proof Bagels: Cover the baking sheet with plastic wrap and allow the bagels to rise for 20 minutes at room temperature.
8. Preheat Oven: Once proofed, preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) in preparation for baking.
9. Boil Water: In a large pot, bring about 4 inches of water to a rolling boil for boiling the bagels.
10. Prepare Egg Wash: Whisk together the egg, milk, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract in a small bowl and set aside.
11. Boil Bagels: Carefully drop bagels into the boiling water in batches, boiling each side for 1 minute. Use a slotted spoon or spider strainer to flip and remove them, then place back on the baking sheet.
12. Apply Egg Wash: Brush each boiled bagel with the prepared egg wash to enhance browning and flavor.
13. Bake Bagels: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-17 minutes or until the bagels turn golden brown.
14. Cool and Serve: Allow the bagels to cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before slicing and enjoying the delightful maple French toast flavor.
15. Storage: Store leftover bagels in a zip-top bag at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.

Notes

• Make sure the water is at the right temperature (105°F – 113°F) to properly activate the yeast.
• If the yeast does not foam or bubble, discard and start again with fresh yeast and properly warmed water.
• You can use a stand mixer with a dough hook for convenience or knead by hand.
• Boiling the bagels before baking is essential to achieve the traditional chewy texture and glossy crust.
• Use parchment paper or a silicone liner to prevent sticking during baking.
• Allow the bagels to cool slightly before slicing to avoid gumminess inside.
• You can substitute cinnamon chips with cinnamon sugar or raisins if preferred.

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