15 Ways to Make Your Own Bagels and Pretzels

You can hardly go wrong with a really good sandwich and a bagel or pretzel sandwich just takes things to greater heights.

What’s fun, is that bagels and pretzels aren’t really all that hard to make. Yes, there is a process, but it is all quite interesting and soon you will be having bagel brunches and pretzel parties every week!

Once you have your very own batch of fresh bagels and pretzels there is a whole world of delicious fillings to choose from.

Here are 15 OGP recipes that help and guide you through making your bagels and pretzels from scratch. There are even a couple of hybrid recipes to look out for!

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1. Everything Bagel Soft Pretzels

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Who doesn’t love a good pretzel? This recipe for Everything Bagel Soft Pretzels by Emily Brees, in particular, combines the soft and fluffy texture of pretzels with the fun and flavorful seasoning of an everything bagel. Garlicky, textured, and perfect for dipping in some mustard! Or you can get creative and slice this pretzel in half and make a sandwich.

2. Authentic Baked Bagels

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A Chewy golden brown crust with a dense interior full of taste is the sign of a proper bagel. Believe it or not, it’s possible to bake delicious gluten-free bagels at home! Start with this recipe for Authentic Baked Bagels by Sirke Reivo.

3. Pretzel Roll Bagels

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These Pretzel Roll Bagels by Annie Oliverio are a hybrid between chewy-soft pretzel rolls and crusty bagels. This bread combines two recipes: one from a recent issue of VegNews and one for classic New York-style bagels from Peter Reinhart’s The Bread Baker’s Apprentice. A couple of key ingredients set the taste apart from standard rolls, and a stand mixer makes these a cinch to make.

4. Sourdough Pretzels

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Pretzels may or may not make you thirsty, but the idea of a twisted, chubby, salty cloud of dough baked to golden perfection is enough to make just about anyone hungry. Here is an awesome recipe for  Sourdough Pretzels by Vaishali Honawar.

5. Kraut Stuffed Pretzel Cannoli

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Why not combine the idea of a cannoli with a pretzel? You can use plain ol’ sauerkraut or you can make your authentic rotkohl, sweet/sour red cabbage. Stuff your homemade pretzel cannoli with your choice of sauerkraut and/or mustard. Have yourself a German-inspired feast with these Kraut Stuffed Pretzel Cannoli by Aileen Metcalf!

6. Pretzel Rolls

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These Pretzel Rolls by Sarah Pether are chewy on the outside and soft and buttery on the inside- just like a pretzel should be! Perfect by themselves, on the side of a creamy soup, or even as the bun for a slider – there’s no end to how these can be enjoyed.

7. Poppy Seed Pretzels

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Even if you are a novice baker, this simple recipe for Poppy Seed Pretzels by Laura Peill is one you want to have in your repertoire. If you don’t like poppy seeds, you can flavor or top your pretzels with almost anything you want! The pretzel possibilities are endless.

8. Sweet Potato Pretzel Knots with Curried Mustard

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Snacks don’t get much better than these Sweet Potato Pretzel Knots with Curried Mustard by Erin Beccia! Sweet potato pretzel knots that is! They are warm, yet fluffy on the inside, and salty, but chewy on the outside. They are divine little knots of goodness ready to be dipped in that fabulous mustard sauce bursting with the sweet aromas of curry.

9. Cinnamon Raisin Bagels With Maple Cashew Cream Cheese

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These hearty Cinnamon Raisin Bagels With Maple Cashew Cream Cheese by Clarisa Ponce de Leon will give you the lasting energy you need to get through the start of your day. Warm cinnamon and sweet raisins are just the flavors you’ll want with the maple-sweetened cream cheese. Enjoy this bagel toasted, with a schmear of cream “cheese” and a cup of coffee.

10. NYC-Style Bagels

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Finding the best bagel spot is something that has been heatedly debated by bagel lovers around the world, but we have a secret – the best bagels come from your oven at home. This recipe for NYC-Style Bagels by Sirke Reivo makes deliciously dense, chewy bagels that are golden brown on the outside and soft and flavorful on the inside. And here’s a little pro tip from us: these bagels make amazing buns!

11. Everything Bagels From Scratch!

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Waking up in the morning to a warm, savory bagel is a delicious way to start your day indeed. Whether you like to top yours with some vegan butter, plant-based cream cheese, or even some avocado (yum!), the chewy outside and soft inside just seems to scream comfort food. You have to try making these Everything Bagels From Scratch! by Jennifer Harmon.

12. Seeded Cranberry Bagels

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These Seeded Cranberry Bagels by Lenny Wu are a fun, yummy, and customizable baking project to try during the weekend! Bagels make such a great breakfast, and there is nothing like a homemade bagel!

13. Homemade Bagels

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Bagels are such a classic treat. They are so delicious and go with virtually everything. You must try to make your own with this recipe for Homemade Bagels by Alex Wolfe.

14. Sesame and Poppy Seed Bagel Loaf

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If you are new to bread baking and want to try something a little funky, this Sesame and Poppy Seed Bagel Loaf by Katrina Abram is for you! It’s not too difficult to make and it’s a great base for experimenting with different types of flavorings. The final result is a chewy, warm, delicious mass of bagel perfection, great for slathering on as much vegan butter or cream cheese as you want!

15. Old-Fashioned Montreal-Style Bagels

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These Old-Fashioned Montreal-Style Bagels by Marika Collins are an homage to the famed Montreal bagel, and not unlike the traditional New York variety, these cruelty-free bagels are boiled before they are baked. The boiling step is what makes these bagels truly authentic: locking in the moisture, adding the beloved chewiness, and enhancing the flavor by allowing the yeast to develop more complexity over the full length of cooking (as compared to the faster turnaround of just baking).