# What You'll Need:
→ For the Bagels
01 - 2 cups bread flour
02 - 1 cup vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
03 - 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
04 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon salt
06 - 1 cup warm water (110°F)
07 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
→ For the Cinnamon Swirl
08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
09 - ¼ cup brown sugar
10 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
→ For Boiling
11 - 2 quarts water
12 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
→ For the Vanilla Greek Yogurt Glaze
13 - ½ cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
14 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
15 - ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
16 - 1–2 teaspoons milk (to thin, as needed)
# Cooking Steps:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together bread flour, protein powder, granulated sugar, and salt until evenly distributed.
02 - In a small bowl, dissolve active dry yeast in 1 cup of warm water (110°F). Let sit undisturbed for 5 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy.
03 - Add the yeast mixture and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly until a cohesive dough forms.
04 - Transfer dough onto a floured work surface and knead for 6–8 minutes until the dough becomes smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky.
05 - Place kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm location for 30–40 minutes until the dough doubles in volume.
06 - In a small bowl, combine softened butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon, mixing until well blended to create the swirl filling.
07 - Gently punch down the risen dough and roll it out into a 10x14-inch rectangle on a floured surface.
08 - Spread the cinnamon mixture evenly across the entire surface of the rolled dough.
09 - Starting from the long side, roll up the dough tightly into a log, creating an even spiral.
10 - Slice the rolled dough into 8 equal pieces using a sharp knife or dental floss.
11 - Shape each piece into a tight ball, then poke a hole through the center with your thumb and gently stretch into a bagel shape with a ¾-inch center hole.
12 - Place shaped bagels on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover loosely with a cloth, and let rest for 10 minutes at room temperature.
13 - Set the oven to 375°F and allow it to reach full temperature.
14 - Bring 2 quarts of water with 2 tablespoons honey to a gentle boil. Carefully place bagels in boiling water 2–3 at a time, boiling for 30 seconds on each side. Remove with a slotted spoon and return to the baking sheet.
15 - Bake the boiled bagels for 18–20 minutes until the exterior becomes golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
16 - In a small bowl, whisk Greek yogurt, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until the mixture reaches a smooth, drizzling consistency.
17 - Once bagels have cooled completely, drizzle the vanilla Greek yogurt glaze over the tops in a decorative pattern.
