These homemade Monster Bagels are a ghoulishly fun Halloween breakfast made with simple ingredients. They feature a dough that rises overnight and are topped with spooky decorations like candy eyes and slivered almonds for a creepy effect.
1: Whisk the warm water and yeast together in the bowl of your stand mixer fitted with a dough hook attachment. Cover and allow to sit for 5 minutes.
2: Add the flour, brown sugar, and salt. Beat on low speed for 2 minutes.
3: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead the dough for 4-5 minutes.
4: Lightly grease a large bowl with oil or nonstick spray. Place the dough in the bowl, turning it to coat all sides in the oil. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and a kitchen towel.
5: Let the dough rise at room temperature for 60-90 minutes or until double in size.
6: Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
7: When the dough is ready, punch it down to release any air bubbles. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and shape each piece into a ball.
8: Press your index finger through the center of each ball to make a hole in the middle.
9: Cover the shaped bagels with a kitchen towel and let rest while water boils.
10: Preheat the oven to 425°F.
11: In a wide pot, boil the water and whisk in the honey.
12: Drop bagels in, 2-3 at a time, boil for 1 minute on each side, and remove to the sheet pan.
13: Brush each with the egg wash on top and around the sides and sprinkle with whatever topping you want.
14: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
