Bake rainbow bagel donuts?

Bring a touch of whimsy and a whole lot of color to your baked goods with our Rainbow Bagel Donuts recipe. These ring-shaped treats will brighten up any morning or afternoon snack time. With a burst of rainbow sprinkles and a soft, chewy texture, these donuts are simply irresistible!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, bake Rainbow Bagel Donuts. Items include: all-purpose flour granulated sugar instant yeast salt warm milk butter food coloring egg water

all-purpose flour 2 cups
granulated sugar 1/4 cup
instant yeast 2 teaspoons
salt 1/2 teaspoon
warm milk 3/4 cup
butter 2 tablespoons
food coloring As needed
egg 1
water 1 tablespoon

Take note
Handle food coloring with care as it may stain. Be careful while handling hot donuts.

1

Prepare the dough

In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons of instant yeast, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Mix well. In another bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup of warm milk and 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms.

2

Add some color

Divide the dough into 6 equal portions. Add a few drops of different food coloring to each portion, creating a rainbow of colors. Knead each portion until the color is evenly distributed and the dough is smooth. If needed, add more flour to prevent sticking.

3

Shape the bagels

Take a small piece from each colored dough portion and roll it into a thin log. Repeat with the remaining dough. Gather all the colored logs and twist them together gently to create a swirled effect. Form the twisted dough into a bagel shape by joining the ends and pressing them together.

4

Let them rise

Place the shaped bagels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover them with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until they have doubled in size.

5

Bake the rainbow goodness

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Once the bagels have risen, brush them with an egg wash made by lightly beating an egg with a tablespoon of water. Bake the bagels for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.

6

Enjoy the magic

Allow the Rainbow Bagel Donuts to cool slightly before serving. These colorful delights are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Spread some joy and indulge in the whimsy of your homemade creation!