Description
Protein Bagels are a healthy alternative to traditional bagels, packed with protein and fiber.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ⅔ cup (210 g) whole-wheat flour, or self-rising flour
- ⅔ cup (180 g) Greek yogurt, 5% or 2% fat
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ to 1 tsp Kosher salt, or sea salt
- 1 egg, or one egg white
- Seeds of choice, optional for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) or air fryer to 280°F (140°C).
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Add Greek yogurt and stir until it forms a dough.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface to form a soft ball. Divide into 4 equal pieces.
- Roll each piece into a log about 6 inches (15 cm) long and shape into a ring.
- Brush the surface with egg wash and sprinkle seeds on top if desired.
- Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown.
- For air frying, place 2 to 3 bagels in the air fryer and cook for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Dairy-free: Use a plant-based yogurt.
- Gluten-free: Replace with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Low calorie: Use 0% fat Greek yogurt.
- Low carb: Use almond flour or protein powder.
- Extra protein: Substitute ½ cup of flour with protein powder.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature or 4 days in the fridge. Freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking or Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel
- Calories: 207.8
- Sugar: 1.8g
- Sodium: 140.6mg
- Fat: 1.7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.9g
- Trans Fat: 0.01g
- Carbohydrates: 37.3g
- Fiber: 1.4g
- Protein: 13.7g
- Cholesterol: 43.4mg
Keywords: Protein Bagels, Healthy Bagels, High Protein Breakfast