apple pie bagels
Delight in these warm apple pie bagels that blend the classic flavors of apple pie with a soft, chewy bagel, perfect for a comforting breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 1 large apple, peeled and diced
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast; let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture and knead into a smooth dough for about 8 minutes.
- Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Meanwhile, sauté diced apple in butter over medium heat until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in brown sugar and cinnamon, cook for another 2 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool.
- Once dough has risen, punch it down and divide into 6 equal pieces.
- Roll each piece into a flat circle, spread a tablespoon of cream cheese and 2 tablespoons of the apple mixture in the center.
- Carefully fold the dough over the filling and shape into a bagel with a hole in the center.
- Place formed bagels on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover, and let rest for 20 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush bagels with beaten egg.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving; optionally dust with powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
Notes
For a richer taste, serve warm with a drizzle of caramel sauce or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.