Mini Bagels with Smoked Salmon

Instructions

1. 1

   With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Generously butter a 12-cavity doughnut pan.

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda.

3. 3

   In another bowl, whisk together the egg and sugar until frothy, about 2 minutes. Add the oil and mix well. Add the dry ingredients alternating with the buttermilk and mix until the batter is smooth.

4. 4

   Spoon the batter into a pastry bag fitted with a plain tip. Pipe the batter into each cavity of the doughnut pan. Sprinkle the tops with the sesame seeds.

5. 5

   Bake for 15 minutes or until the bagels are lightly golden. Unmould the bagels by turning the pan onto a piece of parchment paper or clean dishcloth (see note). Let cool. The bagels can be frozen at this step, if desired.