Description
These High-Protein Bagel Bites are a delicious and nutritious snack or breakfast option. Made with wholesome ingredients like Greek yogurt and cream cheese, they provide a satisfying protein boost in a convenient bite-sized form. You can customize the toppings with everything bagel seasoning, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or even a sweet cinnamon sugar for a delightful twist. Perfectly baked or air-fried until golden and crispy, these bagel bites are quick to prepare and ideal for a grab-and-go treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
Filling
- 4 oz cream cheese, cut into small cubes
Toppings
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Everything bagel seasoning
- Sesame seeds
- Poppy seeds
- Cinnamon sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven or Air Fryer: If using the oven, preheat to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. For air frying, preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) if your model requires preheating.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning.
- Add Yogurt to Form Dough: Add the plain Greek yogurt to the dry ingredients and mix until a cohesive dough forms, ensuring there are no dry spots.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for 1-2 minutes until smooth and elastic, which helps develop structure.
- Divide the Dough: Cut the dough into 8 equal pieces to create uniform bagel bites.
- Fill with Cream Cheese: Flatten each dough piece into a small disc and place a cube of cream cheese in the center, preparing to encase the filling.
- Shape Bagel Bites: Wrap the dough around each cream cheese cube, sealing edges tightly to form smooth balls without any leaks.
- Apply Egg Wash: Brush each ball with the beaten egg to give a glossy golden finish after baking or air frying.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle your choice of toppings such as everything bagel seasoning, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or cinnamon sugar evenly over the egg-washed dough balls.
- Bake or Air Fry: For oven baking, arrange bagel bites on the baking sheet and bake for 20-22 minutes until golden brown. For air frying, place them in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes until crispy and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Let the bagel bites cool slightly to avoid burns and enjoy them warm as a delicious snack or breakfast.
Notes
- You can substitute all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier twist.
- If you don’t have Greek yogurt, use thick regular yogurt strained through a cheesecloth.
- Keep the dough slightly sticky for softer bagel bites; add extra flour only if necessary.
- Seal the dough edges carefully to prevent the cream cheese from leaking out during cooking.
- Customize toppings to your preference or try a sweet and savory combo with cinnamon sugar.
- These bagel bites are best eaten fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Reheat gently in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
