Healthy Eating
Air Fryer Protein Bagels
Description
Made with just four ingredients, these easy Air Fryer Protein Bagels are fluffy, chewy, and easy to customize with any of your favorite toppings. They’re a delicious way to get your carb fix, and meet your protein goals at the same time!
Ingredients
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup whole wheat flour or additional all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt I used non-fat
- OPTIONAL TOPPINGS:
- 1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water to create an egg wash
- everything bagel seasoning
- cinnamon sugar
- rosemary Parmesan
- shredded cheese such as cheddar or Asiago
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour(s), baking powder, and salt.
- Make a hole in the center, then add the Greek yogurt. With a spoon or small rubber spatula, stir until the mixture forms a shaggy dough.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured work surface. Knead it for 1 to 2 minutes, until it forms a smooth dough (add a light dusting of flour to your hands and the counter if the dough is too sticky to handle).
- Divide the dough into 4 equal sections. Roll each piece into a ball, then out into a rope that is about 8 to 9 inches long and 3/4-inch thick. Connect the ends of the rope to form a bagel shape, pressing lightly to seal. Repeat with the remaining sections.
- If using toppings, place the bagels on a parchment lined baking sheet, then brush the tops with the egg wash so the seasonings stick. Sprinkle with your desired toppings.
- Arrange the bagels in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not touch (you may need to cook in batches)—for easy transfer, I remove my air fryer basket insert, place two bagels on top, then lower them in (note this only works with the first batch, as the insert will be super hot later on). Air fry at 350°F for 8 to 10 minutes, until the bagels are golden brown on top and at the sides.
- Let the bagels cool slightly on a wire rack. Enjoy warm.
