Blueberry Protein Bagels Lemon (Printer-Friendly)

Soft, chewy bagels with juicy blueberries, protein boost, and a vibrant lemon glaze for a fresh breakfast.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 2½ cups bread flour, plus extra for dusting
02 - 1 cup vanilla protein powder, whey or plant-based
03 - 2¼ teaspoons instant dry yeast
04 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon salt
06 - 1 cup warm water, 110°F
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
08 - 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, unthawed if frozen

→ Boiling

09 - 8 cups water
10 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup, optional

→ Lemon Glaze

11 - 1 cup powdered sugar
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
13 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
14 - 1 to 2 teaspoons milk or water, as needed

# How To Make It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together bread flour, protein powder, sugar, salt, and yeast until evenly combined.
02 - Add warm water and melted butter to the dry mixture. Stir until a rough dough forms.
03 - Knead by hand or with a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook for 8 to 10 minutes, until dough is smooth and elastic.
04 - Gently fold in blueberries until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
05 - Shape dough into a ball, place in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
06 - Punch down the dough and divide into 8 equal pieces. Roll each into a ball, then poke a hole through the center with your finger and gently stretch to create a bagel shape.
07 - Place shaped bagels on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover, and let rest for 15 minutes.
08 - Bring 8 cups of water and honey or maple syrup, if using, to a gentle boil in a large pot.
09 - Preheat oven to 400°F.
10 - Boil bagels, 2 to 3 at a time, for 1 minute per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and return to the baking sheet.
11 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until bagels are golden brown and cooked through. Cool on a wire rack.
12 - Whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and enough milk or water to reach a drizzling consistency.
13 - Once bagels are cool, drizzle with lemon glaze. Let set before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • High in protein with 12g per bagel, perfect for post-workout recovery or sustained energy throughout the morning
  • Fresh blueberries add natural sweetness, antioxidants, and beautiful color without refined sugars
  • The zesty lemon glaze provides a refreshing contrast that elevates these bagels beyond ordinary breakfast fare
  • Homemade bagels are surprisingly achievable and taste infinitely better than store-bought versions
  • Freezer-friendly and meal-prep compatible, making healthy eating convenient all week long
02 -
  • Use bread flour rather than all-purpose for superior chew and structure in your bagels
  • Don't over-knead once blueberries are added, as this can crush the berries and turn the dough purple
  • Test water temperature with a thermometer—110°F is ideal for yeast activation
  • Keep the boiling water at a gentle simmer rather than a rolling boil to prevent bagels from breaking apart
  • Make a double batch and freeze un-glazed bagels for up to 3 months; glaze fresh after thawing
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