# Components:
→ Dough
01 - 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
02 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
03 - 3/4 cup warm water (110°F)
04 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
05 - 1 teaspoon salt
06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Cranberry Jalapeño Dip Filling
07 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
08 - 1/3 cup dried cranberries, chopped
09 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
11 - 1 tablespoon honey
12 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Boiling & Topping
14 - 2 quarts water
15 - 2 tablespoons baking soda
16 - 1 egg, beaten
17 - 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning (optional)
# Directions:
01 - In a small bowl, combine warm water with granulated sugar and active dry yeast. Allow to rest until the mixture becomes foamy, approximately 5 minutes.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Incorporate the activated yeast mixture and olive oil, mixing until a rough dough forms.
03 - Transfer dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 5 to 7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place into an oiled bowl, cover, and set in a warm location for 60 minutes or until doubled in size.
04 - In a separate bowl, blend softened cream cheese, chopped dried cranberries, diced jalapeño, chopped fresh cilantro, honey, salt, and black pepper until thoroughly combined. Refrigerate until used.
05 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
06 - Bring 2 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot. Carefully stir in the baking soda.
07 - Punch down the risen dough and divide into 16 equal portions. Flatten each piece into a 3-inch disc.
08 - Spoon approximately 1 heaping teaspoon of filling onto the center of each disc. Pinch edges and seal, shaping each filled portion into a tight ball.
09 - Working in batches, immerse the filled bombs in simmering baking soda water for 30 seconds, turning once. Remove with a slotted spoon and arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
10 - Brush each bomb with beaten egg and, if desired, sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning. Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
