Can I make this Miffy bagel recipe without a food processor?

Yes! You can knead the dough by hand for about 10–15 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. It just takes a little more effort.

Why are my Miffy ears falling off during baking?

Make sure to press the ears firmly into the dough and slightly dampen them with water to help them stick before proofing.

Is this cute bagel recipe freezer-friendly?

Absolutely. Once baked and cooled, you can freeze Miffy bagels in airtight bags for up to 1 month. Just toast or microwave to reheat.

Can I use all-purpose flour instead of bagel powder?

You can, but the texture may be less chewy. Bagel flour (like Xinliang) is higher in protein, giving that perfect bagel bite.

What toppings work best with this cute bagel recipe?

Try butter and honey, cream cheese and strawberries, or even make a sweet sandwich with chocolate spread and bananas.

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If you're looking for a fun and creative twist on your homemade bagel recipe, this Miffy bagel is the perfect choice. This cute bagel idea for kids makes breakfast more exciting and is just as tasty as it is adorable!

Why You’ll Love This Cute Bagel Idea for Kids

These Miffy bagels aren’t just adorable—they’re soft, chewy, and easy to love.

Fun to make with children
Lunchbox-friendly
Pairs with both sweet or savory fillings

Miffy Bagel Recipe – Cute Homemade Bagels for Kids

Prep Time	Proofing Time	Bake Time	Total Time
30 minutes	1 hour	20 minutes	~2 hours

Ingredients

Dough

300g bagel flour (King Arthur High Gluten Flour)
3g dry yeast
3g salt
150–170g water

Sugar Water

500g water
25g sugar

Equipment You’ll Need

Food processor
Mixing bowls
Measuring spoons
Baking tray lined with parchment paper

How to Make Miffy Bagels

1. Prepare the Dough

Mix ingredients until smooth and elastic. Rest for 10 minutes.

Pro Tip: Use a good stand mixer like KitchenAid Artisan.

2. Shape the Bagels

Divide into 6 pieces. Use 5 for rings, 1 for Miffy ears.
Shape and attach teardrop ears.

3. Final Fermentation

Let rise until 1.5x size.

4. Boil

Boil each bagel in sugar water (90°C) for 30 sec each side.

Pro Tip: Use a silicone spoon to preserve the shape → Try this set.

5. Bake

Bake at 200°C (392°F) for 20 minutes until golden.

Quick Process Overview

Collage mixing, resting, baking, final topping

Pro Tips

Start with 150g water, add more only if needed.
Maintain 90°C sugar water for ideal texture.
Decorate after baking using edible markers or chocolate.

👉 Find food-safe edible markers

Variations

Chocolate Miffy: Add cocoa + chocolate chips.
Sweet Filling: Try cream cheese + honey.
Colors: Use natural colorants like beet or matcha.

👉 Explore baking colorants

Storage

Room Temp: 2 days in airtight container.
Freezer: Up to 2 weeks. Toast from frozen.
Avoid Fridge: It dries out the crumb.

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