Easy 4-Ingredient High-Protein Bagels (Baked or Air Fried!)

If you're craving bagels but want something quick, protein-packed, and homemade, these 4-ingredient high-protein bagels are your answer. Made with Greek yogurt, flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt, they come together fast with no yeast or rise time needed. You can bake them or toss them in the air fryer, and either way, they turn out soft, chewy, and golden every time.

Why You'll Love These Bagels

• High in protein: Thanks to Greek yogurt, each bagel packs 9–10g of protein.

• Just 4 ingredients: No yeast, no fuss, and ingredients you probably already have.

• Versatile: Customize with plain, everything bagel seasoning, or sweet toppings like cinnamon and raisins.

• Two cooking methods: Bake them or air fry them depending on your mood or schedule.

How to Make these Protein Bagels

1. Preheat:

• Oven: 375°F (190°C)

• Air Fryer: 330°F (165°C)

2. Make the Dough: In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder (or soda), and salt. Stir in the Greek yogurt until a dough forms. Knead briefly until smooth.

3. Shape: Divide into 4 equal parts. Roll into balls, then poke a hole in the center and stretch into a bagel shape.

4. Customize: Brush with egg wash if using, then top with your seasoning of choice.

5. Cook:

• Oven: Bake for 22–25 minutes until golden and cooked through.

• Air Fryer: Cook for 10–12 minutes until golden. Check at 10 minutes.

For Cinnamon Raisin Version:

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

• 2–3 tbsp raisins (chopped if large)

• 1–2 tsp sweetener (like maple syrup, honey, or a low-cal option), optional

Tips for Success

• Don’t overwork the dough; it should be just combined.

• Lightly flour your hands and surface to prevent sticking.

• For extra protein, sub 2–3 tbsp flour with unflavored protein powder.

• Want a shinier crust? Use an egg wash before baking.

• If making cinnamon raisin bagels, soak raisins in warm water for 5 minutes and pat dry to keep them plump and soft.

Storage

Let bagels cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Toast to reheat.

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Easy 2-Ingredient Blueberry Bagels (Air Fryer Recipe)

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Author Kim Alexander

Prep time

10 Min

Cook time

22 Min

Total time

32 Min

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Ingredients

• 1 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 cup self-rising flour
• No self-rising flour? Substitute with: 1 cup all-purpose flour. 1½ tsp baking powder, ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup blueberries (defrost if using frozen)
• Egg wash (for brushing)
• Optional toppings: sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or everything bagel seasoning

Instructions

1. Mix the Greek yogurt and self-rising flour in a bowl until combined.
2. Knead to form a dough ball (it might be sticky at first, but that’s normal).
3. If making blueberry bagels, gently fold in the blueberries.
4. Lightly flour a surface and knead the dough for a couple more minutes.
5. Divide the dough into 4 equal parts.
6. Roll each part into a ball and poke a hole in the center to shape it like a bagel.
7. Brush the bagels with egg wash and add desired toppings.
8. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
9. Air fry at 350°F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
10. Let them cool before slicing. Enjoy with your favorite spread!

Notes

• If your dough feels sticky while kneading, lightly flour your hands and the surface. Avoid adding too much extra flour, as it can make the bagels dense.
• Don’t overcrowd your air fryer basket. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook the bagels in batches to ensure even cooking and a golden-brown crust.
• Once the ingredients come together into a dough, knead just enough to form a ball. Overmixing can lead to tougher bagels.
• Store leftover bagels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze them for up to 2 months. Just slice before freezing for easy toasting later!
• Every air fryer cooks a little differently, so keep an eye on your bagels towards the end of the cooking time. They’re done when they’re golden brown and sound hollow when tapped.

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These protein bagels are perfect for busy mornings, meal prep, or anytime you want a healthy, satisfying bite. Whether you go plain, everything, or cinnamon raisin, they’ll taste like a treat but fuel you like a pro.

Let me know in the comments what flavor you’re trying first!