How spicy are these jalapeño bagels really?

These bagels pack serious heat from both fresh jalapeños and dried red peppers, so they're definitely on the spicier side – perfect for people who love a real kick with their breakfast.

Can I reduce the spice level if they're too hot?

I recommend starting with half the amount of dried red peppers and removing the seeds from the fresh jalapeños, which will give you flavor without overwhelming heat.

Why do my bagel joints come apart during boiling?

Make sure to overlap the ends by a full ¾ inch and roll the joint firmly – loose connections will definitely separate when they hit the boiling water.

How many calories are in each spicy jalapeño bagel?

Each bagel contains approximately 285-315 calories, depending on size, which makes them a reasonably substantial breakfast option that's not overly heavy.

Are these spicy jalapeño bagels healthy for you?

They provide complex carbohydrates for energy and the capsaicin from peppers may boost metabolism, though they're still a bread-based food best enjoyed as part of a balanced diet.

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

You can prepare the dough and shape the bagels the night before, then cover and refrigerate them – just let them come to room temperature and finish rising before boiling.

What's the best way to chop jalapeños for this recipe?

I always wear gloves and dice them into small, even pieces about ¼ inch in size so they distribute evenly throughout the dough without creating huge spicy pockets.

12 Spicy Jalapeño Bagels Recipe – Amazing & Fiery Flavor

Spicy Jalapeño Bagels That Bring the Heat (No Cheese)

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Double-spicy bagels made with fresh jalapeños and dried red peppers. No cheese, just pure heat for spice lovers.

Author: Emily Rose Carter
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Yield: 12 bagels 1x
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

Scale

1¾ cups lukewarm water
½ teaspoon dry yeast
2 teaspoons salt
1½ tablespoons sugar
5 cups flour (more if needed)
⅓ cup jalapeños, chopped
¼ cup dried red peppers

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Mix lukewarm water, yeast, salt, and sugar in a large bowl until dissolved.
Add flour and chopped jalapeños. Mix to form a ball.
Knead for 10-12 minutes until smooth, adding flour as needed.
Add dried red peppers and knead 3 more minutes.
Let dough rest for 10 minutes.
Cut dough into 12 pieces and shape each into a ring, securing the ends.
Cover with damp towel and let rise 1 to 1½ hours.
Bring water to boil. Boil bagels until they float (15-30 seconds).
Remove and place on greased cookie sheet.
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Makes 12 spicy bagels
No overnight fermentation needed
Best enjoyed fresh
Store in airtight container for 2-3 days

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bagel
Calories: 210 kcal
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 290mg
Fat: 1.5g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Find it online: https://www.benefitiany.com/spicy-jalapeno-bagel/