Easy Bagel Recipe
This simple recipe for homemade bagels comes together effortlessly using only five ingredients: flour, Greek yogurt, egg white, baking powder, and salt! Enjoy the satisfaction of creating these delicious bagels from scratch with minimal effort.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unbleached all purpose flour, whole wheat or gluten-free mix*
- 1 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 egg white or whole egg
- optional toppings:
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Equipment Needed
- Baking Sheet
- Air Fryer (I own and love this one from GoWise!)
Instructions
- 1
Begin by heating your oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silpat, and if using parchment, lightly spray it with cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- 2
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well blended. Incorporate the yogurt, using a fork or spatula to combine until the mixture resembles small crumbles.
- 3
Sprinkle some flour on your work surface and transfer the dough from the bowl. Knead it gently a few times until it becomes tacky but not overly sticky, approximately 15 kneads (it should not leave residue on your hands when you lift away).
- 4
Shape the dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each piece into ropes about 3/4-inch thick, joining the ends to create bagels (alternatively, you can form a ball and make a hole in the center, then gently stretch it).
- 5
Brush the bagels with an egg wash and generously sprinkle your preferred seasoning on both sides. Bake on the upper rack of the oven for 25 minutes. Allow them to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
- 6
In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt thoroughly. Add the yogurt and stir with a fork or spatula until the mixture is well integrated, resembling small crumbles.
- 7
Dust a clean work surface with flour and take the dough out of the bowl. Knead it a few times until it becomes tacky (approximately 20 kneads), ensuring it doesn’t stick to your hands when you pull away.
- 8
Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into ropes approximately 3/4-inch thick, then connect the ends to form bagels.
- 9
Brush the tops with egg wash and sprinkle your choice of seasoning on both sides.
- 10
Preheat the air fryer to 280°F. Place the bagels in batches, avoiding overcrowding, and cook for 15 to 16 minutes, or until they achieve a golden-brown color. There’s no need to flip them. Allow them to cool for at least 15 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Information
Notes & Tips
- **Toppings may add calories and points.
- Adapted from Bella Gets Waisted
- *To make them gluten-free I tested them with Bob's Redmill 1 to 1 Gluten Free flour mix, see notes above for oven temp and bake time. The points are 4 SP each with this flour.