Step 1

Preheat oven to 450F. Make the water bath by combing 2 quarts of water to a large pot along with the baking soda and brown sugar. Bring to a boil and prepare your dough.

Step 2

To a large mixing bowl add the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt and whisk to combine. Add the tofu and start to mix everything together with a spatula. Once a rough dough forms, start mixing the dough together with clean hands. Transfer the dough to a well floured surface and knead the dough until it is nice and smooth.

Step 3

Cut the dough evenly into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a round, smooth dough ball. Lightly flatten the dough and poke a hole through the center with your finger. Carefully pull the hole and use your hands to form the classic bagel shape. Repeat this with the remaining dough.

Step 4

Place each bagel into the pot of boiling water. The bagels will sink at first, but should rise to the top after a few seconds of cooking. Cook the dough for 2-3 minutes, then flip and cook another 2-3 minutes on the other side. Remove the dough from the water and place on a parchment lined baking sheet.

Step 5

Brush your bagel with plant based milk or a little oil. If adding toppings, sprinkle or dip the brushed side of the bagel in any toppings of your choice. Place the bagels on the baking tray and bake in the oven for 25 minutes. Allow the bagels to cool for 10 minutes on a cooling rack before enjoying.