Comments on: Perfect Cinnamon Cranberry Bagels

By: Barbara Schieving

Barbara Schieving — Thu, 29 Mar 2018 02:53:42 +0000

In reply to Ellen S..

Hi Ellen – I wonder if it’s the sugar in the cranberries causing the problem http://redstaryeast.com/yeast-baking-lessons/common-baking-ingredients/sweeteners/. Here’s a good article on starting with a sponge https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/food/better-bread-starts-with-a-sponge/2013/02/04/86ad2460-69a4-11e2-af53-7b2b2a7510a8_story.html?utm_term=.2570c133f565 But if you’re happy with the flavor and texture of your bagels. I’d stick with what’s working for you.

By: Ellen S.

Ellen S. — Wed, 28 Mar 2018 17:53:28 +0000

I make my own bagels also, either sesame coated or cranberry-orange-walnut. I have a couple of questions for you – first, my COW bagels tend to be a little over-moist, because, I think, the cranberries swell up absorbing more water, which gets transferred to the rest of the bagel during cooking and the whole bagel ends up sort of “flat”, compared to the plain or sesame ones. Any ideas on counteracting this issue?

And second, I was wondering what the purposes of the sponge and float test, and what “retarding” is? I just make my dough in the bread machine, shape, rise, boil and bake, and other than the earlier issue I noted, they seem fine (and a lot less complicated to do).

I just happened upon Craisins the last time I purchased cranberries for my bagels, and I think they are great also!

Thanks,
Ellen

By: Lisa J

Lisa J — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 17:35:49 +0000

Your bagels look absolutely delicious! I’ve never tried making my own, but whenever I see someone making a recipe as scrumptious looking as this one…I start thinking I should!

By: Amanda

Amanda — Sat, 23 Oct 2010 00:25:06 +0000

What a great combination of flavors for your first shot Barbara!

By: RJ Flamingo

RJ Flamingo — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 16:20:55 +0000

These are beautiful – so much nicer than my first attempts at cinnamon raisin bagels! I’ll have to try this recipe, for sure.

By: Eliana

Eliana — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 20:43:24 +0000

I like the idea of these with cranberries instead of raisins. They look super super delicious.

By: zorra

zorra — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 09:02:50 +0000

Gorgeous bagels. It’s interesting to read that you also have to adapt recipes due to the geographical position. I have mostly to reduce water as here it’s very humid. Thank you for participating in World Bread Day.

By: kristy

kristy — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 16:18:59 +0000

Barbara, what a great recipe for the celebration! yay… Happy World Bread Day to you too!
Cheers, Kristy

By: Mags

Mags — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 03:07:50 +0000

You know I’m a homemade bagel freak. I love these…. especially the addition of the cranberries..

By: Sue

Sue — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 23:55:38 +0000

I have loved bagels since I was a little girl, but have yet to attempt them. Your bagels look fantastic! Love the flavors too. I need to make some!