A bagel, also spelled Beigel is round in shape and made of dough. there are many types of bagels with different seasonings
Yes, it is traditionally shaped by hand in the form of a ring!
Bagels are baked not fried, once cooked, they can be cut down the center and stuffed with tasty stuff like jelly or cream cheese
I love bagels with cream cheese! It's a common pairing in New York.