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High-Protein Bagel Bites Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes (air fryer) or 22 minutes (oven)
  • Total Time: 22 minutes (oven) or approximately 22 minutes including prep and cook (air fryer)
  • Yield: 8 bagel bites
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These High-Protein Bagel Bites are a delicious and nutritious snack made with Greek yogurt and cream cheese filling. Soft, fluffy bite-sized bagels are topped with classic flavors like everything bagel seasoning, sesame seeds, or cinnamon sugar, perfect for a quick breakfast or tasty snack.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

Filling and Topping Ingredients

  • 4 oz cream cheese, cut into small cubes
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Everything bagel seasoning
  • Sesame seeds
  • Poppy seeds
  • Cinnamon sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven or Air Fryer: If baking, preheat the oven 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 needed.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. Add Greek Yogurt: Add the Greek yogurt to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms, ensuring there are no dry patches.
  4. Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead gently for 1-2 minutes until smooth and cohesive.
  5. Divide Dough: Cut the dough into 8 equal pieces to make individual bagel bites.
  6. Fill with Cream Cheese: Flatten each piece into a small disc, place a cube of cream cheese in the center, then wrap the dough around it, sealing edges to form a ball.
  7. Apply Egg Wash: Brush the top of each dough ball with the beaten egg to help the toppings stick and give a golden finish.
  8. Add Toppings: Sprinkle each bagel bite with your choice of everything bagel seasoning, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or cinnamon sugar.
  9. Cook the Bagel Bites: For oven baking, arrange on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-22 minutes until they turn golden brown. For air fryer, place them in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes until crispy on the outside.
  10. Cool and Serve: Allow the bagel bites to cool slightly to avoid burns, then serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Using Greek yogurt adds protein and moisture to the dough without needing yeast.
  • You can substitute all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier option.
  • Feel free to customize toppings to your preference, including poppy seeds or cinnamon sugar for a sweet twist.
  • Ensure the cream cheese cubes are well sealed inside the dough to prevent leaking during baking.
  • If air frying, adjust time based on your air fryer model for best results.

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