Description

These High Protein Greek Yogurt Bagels are a quick and easy homemade treat, combining creamy Greek yogurt and self-rising flour to create soft, chewy bagels packed with protein. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, these bagels can be customized with your favorite toppings like everything bagel seasoning, sesame seeds, or poppy seeds. With minimal ingredients and straightforward preparation, you can enjoy fresh bagels without any fuss.

Ingredients

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Bagel Dough

1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat or nonfat)
1 cup self-rising flour (or 1 cup all-purpose flour + 1 ½ tsp baking powder + ¼ tsp salt)
1 teaspoon salt (optional, for extra flavor)
1 teaspoon honey or sugar (optional, for slight sweetness)

Toppings

1 egg (for egg wash, optional)
1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning (or sesame seeds, poppy seeds, etc.)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Mix Dough: In a large bowl, combine the Greek yogurt and self-rising flour. Mix until a dough forms, then knead the dough for 2-3 minutes until it becomes smooth. If the dough is too sticky, gradually add a little more flour until manageable.
Shape Bagels: Divide the dough into four equal portions. Roll each piece into a log shape and then connect the ends to form a classic bagel ring.
Apply Egg Wash: Lightly beat the egg and brush it over the tops of each bagel to create a golden and shiny crust after baking. This step is optional.
Add Toppings: Sprinkle each bagel with everything bagel seasoning, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or your preferred toppings to enhance texture and flavor.
Bake: Place the bagels on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown.
Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the bagels cool for a few minutes before slicing and enjoying.

Notes

Use Greek yogurt with your preferred fat content; full-fat will yield richer bagels, while nonfat is lighter.
If you don’t have self-rising flour, combine all-purpose flour with baking powder and salt as indicated.
Adding the optional honey or sugar gives a slight sweetness that balances the savory toppings.
The egg wash is optional but recommended for a shiny, golden crust.
Bagels are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days or frozen for longer storage.
For a chewier texture, allow the dough to rest refrigerated for 30 minutes before shaping.