Mix yeast and warm water, let sit 5 min.
Add flour, sugar, salt, and brown sugar. Stir until dough forms.
Knead 6–7 min until smooth and elastic.
Cover and let dough rise 1.5–2 hours until doubled.
Divide into 8, form balls, poke hole in center, rest 10 min.
Boil bagels 1 min per side in water with honey/malt syrup.
Brush with egg wash, add toppings, bake 425°F for 20–25 min.
Cool on rack, slice, toast, and enjoy.
