Quick and easy skyr bagels: Homemade delight in 30 minutes

There are many benefits of homemade bread, and most people don't need to be convinced of its superiority over store-bought options. Packaged or reheated products often don't contain the best ingredients, and checking them in the store can be challenging, which many shoppers skip altogether. By baking bagels at home, you can easily control their ingredients.

The main ingredient is skyr, a trendy high-protein product that has taken Polish kitchens by storm. It's a thick, creamy yogurt known for its high protein content and low fat content. It's made from skimmed pasteurized milk with added bacterial cultures that support gut flora. Just 3.5 ounces of skyr provides 17 grams of protein, and the fat content is minimal. It also contains B vitamins and a considerable amount of calcium, which supports bone health and the immune system.

The given proportions will make about 5-6 medium-sized bagels. To maintain the characteristic hole in the middle during baking, it's best to put a rolled piece of parchment paper in the center. You can also decorate the top of the bagels with seeds and other toppings—poppy seeds, flax seeds, nigella, or sesame work well.

Ingredients:      

• 16 ounces of skyr
• 1.75 cups of all-purpose flour or half and half with oat flour
• 2 teaspoons of baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons of salt

Instructions:                    

1. Transfer the skyr into a bowl.
2. Sift the flour and baking powder.
3. Add the salt.
4. Mix with a spatula first, then knead by hand.
5. You can transfer to a board lightly dusted with flour.
6. Divide the dough into five parts.
7. Preheat the oven to 340°F, fan setting.
8. Roll each piece and shape into a bagel.
9. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, with the seam facing down.
10. Optionally, sprinkle with toppings; you can brush with a bit of egg white beforehand.
11. Bake in the oven for about 30 minutes until golden brown.