Heart-shaped bagels are a fun, creative twist on the traditional breakfast favorite, making them perfect for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or any occasion where you want to add a little love to your morning routine. These adorable bagels are just as delicious as their classic round counterparts, but their heart shape adds a whimsical and festive touch that’s sure to make anyone smile.
Making heart-shaped bagels is surprisingly simple and can be done with your favorite bagel dough recipe. The dough is rolled out into long ropes, then shaped into heart shapes by gently pinching the ends and twisting them together to form a point. Once shaped, the bagels are boiled (as you would with any traditional bagel) to create that signature chewy texture, and then baked to golden perfection.
The beauty of heart-shaped bagels is that they can be customized with different flavors. You can opt for a classic plain bagel, but also get creative with toppings like sesame seeds, everything bagel seasoning, or cinnamon sugar. If you’re in the mood for something sweet, try adding a bit of honey or cinnamon into the dough for a lightly sweetened base that pairs perfectly with cream cheese or fruit spreads.
For a more indulgent version, you can fill the center of the heart-shaped bagel with cream cheese or Nutella before baking, creating a gooey, indulgent treat. Add fresh strawberries, raspberries, or a drizzle of honey to finish it off for a complete breakfast or dessert. Heart-shaped bagels are also perfect for sandwiches, whether you prefer a savory filling like avocado and egg or a classic deli meat combination.
These bagels aren’t just visually appealing -they’re also a fun way to start the day, especially for those you love. Whether served for a Valentine’s Day breakfast or as a cute brunch option, heart-shaped bagels are a delicious way to spread a little joy.
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour unbleached
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp active dry yeast or instant yeast
- 1 1/4 cups warm water about 110°F
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 quarts water for boiling
- 2 tbsp honey for boiling
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour and salt. In a small bowl, dissolve sugar and yeast in warm water until foamy, about 5 minutes.
- Add the yeast mixture and vegetable oil to the flour mixture. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic. Let it rise in a greased bowl for 60 minutes or until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope and shape into a heart.
- Bring 2 quarts of water and honey to a boil in a large pot. Boil each heart-shaped bagel for about 1-2 minutes per side, then remove with a slotted spoon and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake the bagels for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
These bagels turned out amazing! They were so soft and tasted delicious. Totally worth the effort.
I’m so glad to hear that! I always thought making bagels was super hard, but I guess I gotta give it a try! ❤️
Are you sure the bagels turned out good? I find bagels hard to mess up, lol. Maybe you just had low expectations? 🤔
Bagels? Heart-shaped? Why do you even need that? Just give me a plain bagel. Ugh.
I tried making these, but they just didn’t come out right. I think I added too much water or something. Not sure I’ll try again.
Sorry to hear your bagels didn’t turn out! Adding too much water can definitely mess up the dough consistency. Don’t give up – try again! Maybe measure the water next time?
Nah, just ignore that! I never measure water and mine are great! Maybe you just didn’t knead enough? They’re supposed to be stretchy!