The Best Gluten-Free Bagel Recipe (Paleo)
This delicious, foolproof Gluten-Free & Paleo bagel recipe is the perfect grain-free and vegan alternative to traditional bagels! If you have dietary restrictions and miss traditional bread, this recipe is for you! This bagel recipe requires no yeast, no yogurt, and no rise time!
Ingredients
- 3 1/4 cups almond flour
- 1 cup tapioca flour
- 2/3 cup warm, filtered water
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 egg yolk, for egg wash (or vegan alternative)
- everything but the bagel seasoning *or other seasoning of your choice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil on the stovetop. Once boiling, lower it to a low simmer (not a rolling boil). Leave it here as you prepare the bagels!
- Make the dough: In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients, mixing well until uniform dough forms. I like to mix the dough by hand, as it might seem like it won't come together at first, but it will!
- Shape the bagels: Divide dough into 6-8 equal portions. Wet hands and form dough into a ball shape. I like to use a chopstick or something similar to create the hole in the center of the bagel, but you can also use your finger. Repeat until all bagels have been formed. Place the bagels on the baking sheet.
- Boil the bagels: Using a slotted spoon, drop 2-3 bagels into the boiling water for 1 minute or so, until they float to the top. The longer they boil, the thicker the crust. Remove them with the slotted spoon and place them back on the baking sheet. Repeat until all bagels have been boiled.
- Bake the bagels: Bake the bagels for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven. Brush each bagel with the egg wash and sprinkle over some of the everything but the bagel seasoning. Place the bagels back in the oven to bake another 15-20 minutes, until golden.
- Let the bagels cool completely before cutting into them to prevent gummy centers!
- Note: these are best toasted!
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Notes
Storing bagels: Bagels can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. They can be stored in the freezer in an air-tight container or freezer baggy. They are best toasted!