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Vegan Apple Pecan Streusel Bagels

Vegan apple pecan streusel bagels on a white plate with pecan topping and apple filling
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Soft, chewy vegan bagels filled with spiced apple compote and topped with crunchy pecan streusel. Perfect fall breakfast treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm water (around 110°F)
  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 medium apple, peeled and finely diced
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar (for filling)
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon (for filling)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour (for streusel)
  • ¼ cup brown sugar (for streusel)
  • ½ cup chopped pecans
  • ¼ tsp ground cinnamon (for streusel)
  • 3 tbsp cold vegan butter, cubed
  • 2–3 tbsp plant-based milk (optional, for brushing)

Instructions

  1. In a small skillet over medium heat, combine diced apple, 2 tbsp brown sugar, ½ tsp cinnamon, and lemon juice. Cook for 5-7 minutes until apples are soft. Set aside to cool completely, about 15-20 minutes.
  2. In a stand mixer bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and granulated sugar. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  3. Add flour and salt to yeast mixture. Mix with dough hook on low speed until dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place (75-80°F) for 1-1.5 hours until doubled.
  5. Combine ½ cup flour, ¼ cup brown sugar, chopped pecans, and ¼ tsp cinnamon. Cut in cold vegan butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Refrigerate until needed.
  6. Punch down dough and divide into 8 equal pieces. Roll each into an 8-10 inch rope and shape into a circle, pinching ends together to seal.
  7. Place bagels on parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat oven to 400°F. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Boil bagels for 1 minute per side.
  9. Place boiled bagels back on baking sheet. Brush with plant-based milk if desired. Top with apple filling and pecan streusel. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Notes

  • Use bread flour instead of all-purpose for extra chewy texture.
  • Apple filling can be made 1-2 days ahead and stored in refrigerator.
  • Don’t skip the boiling step – it creates the signature bagel texture.
  • Cold vegan butter is essential for proper streusel texture.
  • Slice bagels before freezing for easy toasting from frozen.

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