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3 Smart Points 152 Calories

This easy homemade bagel recipe is made from scratch with just five (5) ingredients – flour, Greek yogurt, egg white, baking powder and salt! No yeast, no boiling, no fancy mixer. Bake them in the oven or in the air-fryer!

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I’m totally obsessed with these bagels!! I’ve been busy testing them out all weekend in my oven and air fryer, with different types of flours after finding out about these Greek yogurt bagels which are all the rave in the Weight Watcher community (Only 3 Smart Points!). They are high in protein thanks to the yogurt, and taste so good, warm right out of the oven.

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We had it with a little butter but cream cheese would be great too! The original recipe uses self rising flour, but I prefer to make my own since I never have it on hand (it’s easy, just add salt and baking powder!). I also skipped boiling them and they were still great and expanded quite a bit.

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My husband Tommy considers himself a bagel connoisseur, he’s the pickiest bagel person I know and travels to every bagel shop around NYC just to find the perfect bagel, so I wasn’t sure if he would love them, but he LOVED them and was happy to help me test them out. They are a tad soft in the center, but we both agreed we liked them like that. If you don’t leave them in the oven longer.

I tested them out with wheat and gluten-free flour, and they both worked although the gluten-free version took longer to bake and didn’t rise as much as the wheat version. They came out just is good in the air fryer as they did in the oven, only the air-fryer (I have the Nuwave Brio, affiliate link) was much quicker.

Tips for perfect bagels:

  • Use a silpat or parchment paper sprayed with oil to prevent them from sticking to the baking sheet. To hold the parchment to the baking sheet, spray a little oil on the corners.
  • The bagels expand when they bake so you’ll want to make sure they have plenty of room so they don’t stick together.
  • Greek yogurt instead of plain is a must, if there’s any liquid in the yogurt be sure to drain it. I tested with Fage and Stonyfield Greek, both worked great.
  • You can easily double or triple this recipe to make more. You can also half or quarter it to make less.
  • To make them with self rising flour omit the salt and baking powder.

Tips for gluten-free bagels:

I tested the gluten free bagels a few times and here’s what worked:

  • I used Bob’s Redmill Gluten Free 1 to 1 flour
  • I increased the baking powder to 2 teaspoons
  • I whipped one egg white and added that with the yogurt
  • Once I formed the bagels I dipped my finger in water and smoothed it out.
  • I increased the oven to 400F and let them bake 20 minutes, then I let them cool before cutting open.

Tips for storing and freezing bagels:

  • You can wrap in plastic and reheat the next day without refrigerating, or refrigerate for up to 3 days.
  • To freeze, slice open and wrap individually with foil or plastic wrap. To reheat pop them back into the oven, toaster or air fryer until warm.

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Easy Bagel Recipe

This easy homemade bagel recipe is made from scratch with just four (5) ingredients – flour, Greek yogurt, egg white, baking powder and salt! No yeast, no boiling, no fancy mixer. Bake them in the oven or in the air-fryer!

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unbleached all purpose flour, whole wheat or gluten-free mix*
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 egg white, beaten
  • (optional toppings: everything bagel seasoning, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried garlic flakes, dried onion flakes)**

Directions:

Oven Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 350F. Place parchment paper or a silpat on a baking sheet. If using parchment paper, spray with oil to avoid sticking.
  2. In a medium bowl combine the flour, baking powder and salt and whisk well. Add the yogurt and mix with a fork or spatula until well combined, it will look like small crumbles.
  3. Lightly dust flour on a work surface and remove dough from the bowl, knead the dough a few times until dough is tacky, but not sticky, about 20 turns (it should not leave dough on your hand when you pull away).
  4. Divide into 4 equal balls. Roll each ball into 3/4-inch thick ropes and join the ends to form bagels.
  5. Top with egg wash and sprinkle both sides with seasoning of your choice. Bake for 22 minutes in 350F degree oven then increase to 550F degrees for 4 minutes.

Air Fryer Method:

  1. In a medium bowl combine the flour, baking powder and salt and whisk well. Add the yogurt and mix with a fork or spatula until well combined, it will look like small crumbles.
  2. Lightly dust flour on a work surface and remove dough from the bowl, knead the dough a few times until dough is tacky, but not sticky, about 20 turns (it should not leave dough on your hand when you pull away).
  3. Divide into 4 equal balls. Roll each ball into 3/4-inch thick ropes and join the ends to form bagels.
  4. Top with egg wash and sprinkle both sides with seasoning of your choice.
  5. Preheat the air fryer 325F degrees and set for 11 to 12 minutes. Transfer in batches without overcrowding and bake 11 to 12 minutes, or until golden. No need to turn.

*To make them gluten-free I tested them with Bob’s Redmill 1 to 1 Gluten Free flour mix and increased the bake time by 7 minutes. The points are 4 SP each with this flour.

**Toppings may add calories and points.

Nutrition Information

Yield: 4 Servings, Serving Size: 1 bagel

  • Amount Per Serving:
  • Smart Points: 3
  • Points +: 4
  • Calories: 152
  • Total Fat: 0.3g
  • Saturated Fat: g
  • Cholesterol: mg
  • Sodium: 434mg
  • Carbohydrates: 26.5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 2.5g
  • Protein: 10g

posted January 8, 2018 by Gina

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FAQs

What is the secret to making bagels? ›

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  • Water temp: The colder the better. ...
  • Dry active yeast: Let it chill. ...
  • Flour: Embrace the gluten. ...
  • Mixing: Low and slow is the way to go. ...
  • The rise: Your kitchen climate is A-okay. ...
  • Flavor kick: After the proof.
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Why do you put baking soda in bagels? ›

Baking soda makes the water more alkaline, giving the bagels a pretzel-like quality that contributes to their chewiness. Just one teaspoon helps the bagels develop a shiny, dark-brown exterior as they bake.

What do you eat with protein bagels? ›

For extra protein, serve this with egg salad, chicken salad or turn it into a bacon egg and cheese breakfast bagel!

What kind of flour is best for bagels? ›

Bread flour – Because of its high protein content, bread flour makes these homemade bagels delightfully chewy. This recipe also works with all-purpose flour, they're just a bit less chewy than bagels made with bread flour. Maple syrup – It activates the yeast and gives the bagels a hint of sweetness.

Why are my homemade bagels not crispy? ›

If your dough is too wet, it'll create large holes in the crumb of the dough and your bagels will be more like French bread, with a fluffy interior (see top photo). When too much flour is kneaded in, bagels become dense, hard and tough, instead of crisp and chewy.

Can you make bagels with pizza dough? ›

but we have figured out a really easy way to make a really comparable delicious bagel. From pizza dough. you want to divide this up into balls about two to three ounces each. you want to form these into a rough ball shape and set them on a greased baking sheet.

What makes bagels so dense? ›

How long you boil a bagel greatly affects the crust and texture inside. A longer boil produces a thicker crust and very dense interior, while a shorter boil produces a thinner crust and softer interior. Sometimes lye or barley is added to water for flavor and to help the crust brown in the oven.

Why do you dip bagels in water? ›

THE explanations of why a bagel is dipped in boiling water and why it has a hole in the middle are interconnected. First, the boiling water has a little sugar added to it, which serves to glaze the dough, and give it a satisfying surface texture when baked.

Why do you boil bagels in water? ›

By boiling a bagel you quickly inactivate (some of) the yeast in the dough. This prevents the bagel from expanding as much in the oven, making for a firmer, tighter product. It stops the proofing process. Boiling also gelatinizes the starch in the flour.

Why do you boil bagels in honey water? ›

Boiling also prevents over expansion to keep its unique shape. Adding malt syrup or honey to the boiling water can infuse the bagel with a subtle sweetness.

What is the healthiest bagel? ›

Bagels can be healthy if made with whole grains, contain minimal fat and sugar, and are an appropriate portion size for your health goals. For a healthier choice, look for whole wheat, whole grain, or rye bagels. While bagels with cream cheese are delicious, traditional cream cheese is not necessarily healthy.

What is the healthiest thing to put on a bagel? ›

Peanut butter is a healthy option, especially low sugar, natural varieties. It offers flavor and protein without weighing you down, and it tastes great on bagels. Try it with a sliced banana! If actual cream cheese isn't your favorite, tofu cream cheese is a delicious alternative.

What do New Yorkers eat on their bagels? ›

New York style bagels are usually high in calories, and eating just one can be a satisfying meal. But what are they traditionally filled with? To make a bagel like the Jewish community did in the 1930s, "schmear" your bagel with cream cheese. Then layer your bagel with lox or another form of cured fish.

What makes a bagel better? ›

A good bagel should have a thin, shiny, crackly crust spotted with the kind of microblisters that you can only get from proper boiling followed by a high-temperature bake. It's these little bubbles that add both surface area and crunch.

What makes the best bagel? ›

Opinions on what make for an “ideal” bagel vary of course, but to my mind the best ones have a plump, rounded exterior and a fine crumb structure, with a balanced chewy-yet-tender texture.

Why are my homemade bagels so dense? ›

If your dough is too wet, it'll create large holes in the crumb of the dough and your bagels will be more like French bread, with a fluffy interior (see top photo). When too much flour is kneaded in, bagels become dense, hard and tough, instead of crisp and chewy.

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