Description
These Pumpkin Oat Bagels are a delicious and healthy twist on a classic, featuring rolled oats and pumpkin puree for a soft, chewy texture. Ideal for breakfast or a snack, they can be enjoyed plain or topped with your favorite spreads.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 1/2 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup olive oil or melted coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice (optional)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds or poppy seeds (for topping, optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats and warm water. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to allow the oats to soften.
- After the oats have soaked, add the pumpkin puree, honey (or maple syrup), olive oil (or melted coconut oil), and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix everything together until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the salt, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and allspice (if using).
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. The dough will be sticky but should hold together. If its too wet, you can add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time.
- Once the dough is mixed, sprinkle a clean surface with flour and turn the dough out onto it. Knead the dough gently for about 2-3 minutes until it becomes a bit smoother. Be careful not to over-knead, as we want to keep the bagels soft.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. You can use a kitchen scale for accuracy if you want each bagel to be the same size.
- Take one portion of dough and roll it into a ball. Then, use your finger to poke a hole through the center, gently stretching it to form a bagel shape. Repeat this process for the remaining portions of dough.
- Place the shaped bagels on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each one.
- If youre using sesame seeds or poppy seeds, sprinkle them on top of the bagels now, pressing gently to help them stick.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the bagels for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top.
- To check for doneness, you can tap the bottom of a bagel; it should sound hollow. If it doesnt, give them a few more minutes in the oven.
- Once baked, remove the bagels from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes. This will help them firm up a bit more.
Notes
- Feel free to experiment with different toppings or add-ins, such as nuts or dried fruits, to customize your bagels.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes