Homemade Vegan Matcha Bagels (Fluffy & Refined Sugar-Free)

For the Dough

• 310 grams bread flour (1 ¼ cups + ½ tablespoon)
• 6 grams matcha powder (2 teaspoons)
• 2.5 grams instant dry yeast *see Notes (⅘ teaspoon)
• 4 grams Himalayan pink salt
• 10 grams maple syrup (½ tablespoon)
• 190 grams warm water, 37-38°C (⅘ cup)

For Boiling

• 1500 ml boiling water (6 ¼ cups)
• 30 grams maple syrup (1 ½ tablespoons)

For the Filling

• 150 grams red bean paste

1. 1

   I measured my ingredients by weight (grams) and recommend you do the same for the best results.

2. 2

   Add bread flour, matcha powder, instant dry yeast (*see Notes), and pink salt to the stand mixer bowl or a large mixing bowl and whisk well.

3. 3

   Fit the mixer with the dough hook and pour the maple syrup and warm water into the dry ingredients. Combine on low speed or with a spatula. Knead the dough on medium speed or by hand for about 10 minutes, until a smooth dough forms.

4. 4

   Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a large bowl. Cover with a damp tea towel or plastic wrap. Let the dough rise in a warm place for 30 minutes (I used the proof mode of my oven set to 30°C). It will double in size.

5. 5

   Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

6. 6

   Punch the dough down to release air bubbles and divide it into 5 equal portions. Shape each into a ball and place on the lined baking sheet. Cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap and let rest for 10 minutes.

7. 7

   Dust a work surface and roll each piece of dough into an approximately 4 x 8 inch rectangle. Spread filling along the long edge, then roll up the dough to enclose the filling and seal the seam well. Bring the ends together to form a ring shape. Let the bagels rise for 30 more minutes in a warm place (I used the proof mode of my oven set to 30°C).

8. 8

   Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to a boil and add the maple syrup. Turn to low heat and gently lower the bagels into the water (2–3 at a time), boiling each side for 30 seconds.

9. 9

   Place the bagels back on the baking sheet and let rest until the surface is dry. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).

10. 10

    Bake for 18 to 20 minutes. The bagels will turn slightly golden when done!