Ingredient · No. 012

Bagel

Difficulty Devilish

The doughnut's more serious, boiled cousin. It's been through a lot. Add cream cheese. That pre-baking boil is what gives a bagel its signature dense, chewy texture and shiny crust.

Rich in complex carbs.

Origins

Originated in the Jewish communities of Poland and became an iconic breakfast food.

Poland
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No. 344 · 21 Apr 2026 · 100% solved, 8.7 guesses on average

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