Easy Homemade Bagels

These homemade bagels are an easy recipe that feature a handful ingredients you more than likely already have in your pantry. They’re light and fluffy and taste just like classic New York bagels with a fraction of the calories!

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Making bagels at home may seem daunting to some people, but with this easy recipe, you’ll be able to create delicious homemade bagels without any hassle!

New York bagels are one of my guilty pleasures. When I was in college, we had a bakery nearby that made the best New York bagels. I became HOOKED!

The bagels were light and fluffy but crispy on the outside. I was sad when I moved to Minnesota that I couldn’t get them anymore.

But after a few tweaks, I was able to create my own at home! And in this blog post, I’ll share with you exactly how to make these delicious bagels at home with a few simple ingredients.

Benefits of Homemade Bagels

Making bagels at home has a lot of benefits, both for your taste buds and your wallet.

Not only do you have full control over the ingredients that go into your homemade bagels, but you also have the freedom to customize them to fit your preferences.

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Making your own bagels saves you money in the long run, as store-bought options can be quite expensive. With homemade bagels, you can still enjoy a delicious breakfast or snack without breaking the bank.

It also allows you to experiment with different toppings and flavors. From classic poppy seeds to unique combinations like garlic parmesan, the possibilities are endless.

You can even get creative and add in your favorite spices or herbs to give your bagels an extra kick of flavor.

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With homemade bagels, you have the freedom to truly make them your own.

Specialty Ingredients

This recipe includes a few specialty ingredients that might be tricky to find at the store. I pulled together a list of them that I found on Amazon with affiliate links to make it easier.

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Make it a Meal

Meal Planning is key in our house and helps keep my family on track with our goals. Plus is makes busy days easier because meals are already taken care of.

Here’s one way I like to serve these homemade bagels:

Topping: Homemade Cream Cheese

Protein Side: Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs

Brunch Cocktail: Apple Cider Mimosas

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How to Airfry Bagels

These bagels can also be prepared in the airfryer!

If using an airfryer, set to 425 degrees and cook for about 8-10 minutes. I recommend only airfryer 4-5 at a time so they can have space to cook properly.

How to Store Leftovers

These bagels will stay fresh on the counter for up to 5 days in an airtight container.

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How to Freeze Bagels

To freeze bagels, store them in an airtight container and freeze for up to 6 months. To defrost, place them in the refrigerator for 24 hours before serving.

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Easy Homemade Bagels

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These easy to make homemade bagels use only a handful of pantry ingredients and taste just like fresh New York bagels (without all the calories!)
Ali
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Additional Time 5 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 2 cups non-fat greek yogurt
  • 1 egg scrambled

Instructions

  • Preheat an oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with nonstick aluminum foil.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, salt, garlic and onion powders. Mix until well combined.
  • Add in the greek yogurt and mix together until a dough is formed.
  • Create 12 mini dough balls, about 2oz each. Roll each ball into a rope and join the ends to form a bagel.
  • Brush the bagels with egg wash and place on the baking sheet.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the bagels are golden brown (mine are usually done at 22)

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Author

  • Ali Van Straten

    Ali Van Straten is the founder and journalist of Champagne and Coffee Stains. She is a Peloton expert, certified running coach and certified nutrition coach. Champagne and Coffee Stains provides information and resources on Peloton Interactive, running and recipes.

    View all posts https://www.champagneandcoffeestains.com

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3 Comments

  1. Cannot wait to try this, we use to go to our local bagel shop so often & we’re really missing them!

  2. I tried making these and with 2 cups of flour and 2 cups of yogurt, it came out so sticky there was no where close to being dough. What am I doing wrong? I had to add more flour to even be able to separate into balls and then it was still too sticky to roll into ropes.

    1. oh no! I’m so sorry that happened! I’ve had that happen with certain greek yogurt brands and I’ll just add more flour to the dough to make it not sticky/usable. I’ve found the best greek yogurt to use with these are fage total 0%

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