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    Published: Sep 15, 2014 · Modified: Oct 5, 2021 by Amanda Powell · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Pumpkin Bagels Recipe with Ginger Cinnamon Sugar Crunch Topping

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    These pumpkin bagels with a ginger cinnamon crunch are the perfect way to begin a fall morning! Sweet, delicious, and will warm you up through and through 🙂

    Pumpkin bagels recipe with ginger cinnamon sugar | @cookiedesire

    One recipe that I make on a regular basis would have to be bagels.

    When I first started the blog, I posted a quick and easy recipe for New York-styled bagels that I make about once or twice every two weeks. My family loves carbs, so I find myself needing to double the amount I make. Now that we are well into autumn weather where I am, I decided it was time that I shared my favorite bagel recipe ever. These pumpkin bagels are out-of-this-world incredible, especially with a healthy schmear of cream cheese.

    Pumpkin bagels recipe with ginger cinnamon sugar | @cookiedesire

    What is it about that pumpkin/cream cheese/caramelized cinnamon sugar combo that makes your tastebuds scream from joy? Maybe it's because the delicate sweetness of the pumpkin is amplified by the cream cheese and the crunchy ginger cinnamon sugar. As soon as autumn hits, I make about 24 of these pumpkin bagels a week because I am always giving them away to my family and co-workers. We really cannot get enough.

    Now it is officially so chilly outside that we broke out our jean jackets and my huge scarf collection. Did I ever mention that I have a small obsession with scarves? Currently I have about 80 scarves that I wear. Most of them are Gorjana + Griffin and Raj Imports. Seriously, Raj Imports has the most beautiful scarves. I managed to get 10 of them for $12 - $15 during a huge clearance sale this past spring. I am trying to find more on sale because it hurts me to pay $48 for a single scarf. So if you happen to come across one at a decent price, lemme know! Oh, and a nice pair of brown riding boots, too! 😉 Needless to say, we are 100% in an autumn frame of mind... and these pumpkin bagels have been re-added to my weekend routine as a result.

    Pumpkin bagels recipe with ginger cinnamon sugar | @cookiedesire

    I never really post any pictures of the food-making process simply because I don't have a great set-up for taking photos in my kitchen, and with an energetic toddler around, it already takes me so long to bake as it is (also why I rarely ever put times it takes to make any recipe, because it usually takes me 3x as long as someone who doesn't have a three year old begging to help with every step). Nevertheless, I wanted to mix things up and share a photos of these unfinished bagels. As you can see, I really like to pile on the ginger cinnamon sugar. During the baking process, as you turn the baking sheet around, if you find any spots that aren't caramelizing, spritz on a tiny bit of butter.

    Pumpkin bagels recipe with ginger cinnamon sugar | @cookiedesire

    When it comes to pumpkin and pumpkin spice, I love a strong ginger flavor. Cloves, cinnamon, and allspice meld together to create a more mellow pairing to the pumpkin, while ginger adds that zing which brings everything alive. Without this addition in the cinnamon sugar crust, the flavors are too muted for my preferences when you add on your cream cheese, but if the amount of ginger I add is too much for you, feel free to halve it, but don't take it out completely. Trust me on this!

    Pumpkin bagels recipe with ginger cinnamon sugar | @cookiedesire

    There really isn't much else to say, so I'll leave you to make these delicious bagels! x Don't have time to make these fall-tastic pumpkin bagels now? Pin the recipe for later!

     

    Pumpkin bagel recipe with ginger cinnamon sugar | @cookiedesire

    Pumpkin Bagels Recipe with Ginger Cinnamon Sugar Crunch Topping

    Amanda Powell
    Pumpkin Bagels Recipe with ginger cinnamon sugar crunch. These bagels are the perfect fall breakfast your family will love.
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 22 mins
    Inactive Time 30 mins
    Total Time 1 hr 12 mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8 bagels

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 ¼ tablespoons quick rise yeast
    • 1 cup 250 mL very warm water
    • ⅓ cup 67 g light brown sugar
    • ½ cup 113 g pumpkin puree
    • 3 cups 375 g all-purpose flour (can also replace 1 cup with whole wheat)
    • 2 teaspoons [pumpkin spice] <-- click for recipe
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
    • 4 teaspoons cinnamon
    • 5 teaspoons sugar
    • ¼ - ½ teaspoon ground ginger

    Instructions
     

    • Mix together the yeast, water, brown sugar and pumpkin puree together. Set aside.
    • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, spices and salt together. Create a well in the center of the flour and slowly mix in the wet ingredients.
    • Mix until a dough forms, and knead for about 5 minutes. Lightly coat a bowl with oil and place the dough back in the bowl and cover. Set aside in a warm, dry area for 30 minutes.
    • Gently deflate the dough (you should never actually punch down your dough) and divide the dough into 8 equal balls.
    • Roll each portion into perfectly shaped balls (this takes practice and I still have troubles with it!). Dip your finger in flour and poke a hole through the center of each ball. I gently stretch out the hole by doing a quick "hula hoop" of the dough on my finger twice.
    • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Boil water in a large pot. Once it boils, bring it down to a simmer. Boil 2 - 3 bagels for about a minute on each side. (the longer it boils, the chewier they will be, you can go for 30 seconds for less chew, or up to 2 minutes for lots of chew). Place the boils bagels on a lightly greased baking sheet (you can also use parchment paper).
    • Coat the top of each bagel with butter, then top with the ginger cinnamon sugar. Pat down the sugar mix to make sure it adheres to the bagel and for optimum crunch. I use all of the sugar mixture.
    • Bake for 15 - 20 minutes, rotating the pan after about 10 minutes. Allow to cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack or enjoying.
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    Comments

    1. Emily says

      September 18, 2014 at 4:59 pm

      Ooh Amanda these bagels look delicious, I just love making bagels and have been thinking I need to make them again, I love the crunchy topping!

      Reply
    2. Pamela says

      September 18, 2014 at 2:25 pm

      I couldn't refrain from commenting. Perfectly written!

      Reply
    3. Andi @ The Weary Chef says

      September 18, 2014 at 1:36 pm

      Are you SURE these are homemade? They look like a bakery (but better). I need to be your neighbor.

      Reply
    4. Zainab says

      September 16, 2014 at 1:41 pm

      Uhmmm I need to get those sales for the scarves!! These bagels look amazing!!

      Reply
    5. brandy says

      September 16, 2014 at 12:15 pm

      no, no you did not just show me how to make sugar topped bagels. OMG.

      Reply
      • Amanda says

        September 16, 2014 at 3:55 pm

        It's so. freaking.good.

        Reply
    6. Amanda @ Once Upon a Recipe says

      September 15, 2014 at 8:41 pm

      I made pumpkin bagels last year and loved them. I must make them again this year! These look fantastic - I love the crunchy topping. Also, I have a mega scarf addiction too - can't get enough!

      Reply
      • Amanda says

        September 16, 2014 at 4:06 pm

        Pumpkin bagels are awesome, you have to try it with the topping, it's gorgeous. I think scarves are the main reason why I love fall so much!

        Reply
    7. Alyssa // Runway Chef says

      September 15, 2014 at 3:42 pm

      I haven't made bagels in so long, but I think I need to again with this recipe! That crunchy topping looks amazing! Pinning this now!

      Reply
      • Amanda says

        September 15, 2014 at 3:50 pm

        Aww, thanks! These are my favorite bagels so make hands down. You'll love it!

        Reply

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