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Cozy Pumpkin Spice Bagels with Maple Cream Cheese Spread

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These pumpkin spice bagels offer a chewy texture and warm autumnal spices, paired perfectly with a smooth, sweet maple cream cheese spread. A comforting fall treat that’s easy to make at home.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ½ cups (420g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (240ml) pumpkin puree, canned or homemade
  • ½ cup (120ml) warm water (around 110°F / 43°C)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (one packet)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (for dough)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter
  • Water for boiling bagels
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (for boiling water)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional, for boiling water)
  • 8 ounces (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt (for cream cheese spread)

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm water (110°F / 43°C), brown sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let sit until foamy, about 5 minutes.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: Add pumpkin puree, vegetable oil (or melted butter), and the activated yeast mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir until dough starts to come together.
  4. Knead the dough: Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Dough will be slightly sticky but should pull away from hands.
  5. First rise: Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  6. Shape bagels: Punch down dough and divide into 8 equal pieces (~100g each). Roll each into a ball, poke a hole through the center, and stretch to form a 3-inch ring.
  7. Second rise: Place shaped bagels on parchment-lined baking sheet, cover loosely, and let rest for 30 minutes.
  8. Boil bagels: Bring water to a boil in a large pot. Add brown sugar and cinnamon. Boil bagels 2-3 at a time for 1 minute on each side.
  9. Bake: Transfer boiled bagels to baking sheet and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Make maple cream cheese spread: Whip softened cream cheese, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and fluffy. Chill until serving.
  11. Cool and serve: Let bagels cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes. Slice and spread generously with maple cream cheese.

Notes

Use a digital thermometer to ensure water is around 110°F for yeast activation. Do not skip the boiling step to achieve the classic chewy bagel crust. For gluten-free, substitute flour with a 1:1 gluten-free blend and add xanthan gum. For dairy-free, use vegan cream cheese and coconut oil. Whip the cream cheese spread until fluffy for best texture.

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