Easy air fryer bagels are made in less than 30 minutes. Perfect for a quick breakfast.
I’m constantly in awe of all the amazing foods the air fryer can cook. It works as more than just a deep fryer substitute. Take these bagels for example. The air fryer is able to cook the dough into perfect little bagels. These bagels are one of the quickest and easiest bagels too because they are made using only 2 ingredients, plus a pinch of salt. They can be left plain, or topped with your favorite topping. I used sesame seeds and everything but the bagel seasoning.
What are popular seasonings for bagels?
Bagel seasonings are as versatile as the toppings that go on them. Popular ways to season bagels are with sesame seeds, cheddar, garlic, onion, asiago, poppy seeds, and the ever popular everything but the bagel seasoning.
What are popular flavors for bagels?
There are more ways to enjoy bagels than plain. Using flavored Greek yogurts can add different fruity flavors to your bagels. You can also add in small bits of fruit like blueberries, or even chocolate chips.
Ingredients
What you’ll need to make this recipe.
- Self rising flour
- Greek yogurt
- Salt
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Versatile flavors
- Only a few ingredients
- Made easily in the air fryer
How to make this recipe
1 – Add the flour, salt and Greek yogurt in a medium sized bowl. With a fork, stir until a crumbly dough form.
2 – Softly knead the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead until the dough is no longer sticky, but slightly tacky to the touch.
3 – Divide dough in half and roll each piece out into 1” thick ropes. Then, join the ends together to form a bagel.
4 – Add the whites of an egg into a bowl and whisk. Then, brush the formed bagels with the egg whites.
If you want to add toppings, this is the time. My favorite are sesame seeds, but everything but the bagel seasoning is a close second!
5 – Lightly spray the air fryer basket with a non-stick cooking spray. Be sure to take the basket out when spraying as you should never spray directly into the air fryer.
6 – Add the bagels to the air fryer, leaving a little space between them. Cook for 15 minutes at 280 degrees.
7 – Carefully remove the bagels from the basket and place on a rack to cool for about 15 minutes.
How do I store my homemade bagels?
Place the bagels in a paper bag on the counter. Bagels only stay fresh at room temperature for about 2 days.
Can I freeze my homemade bagels?
Yes. If making large batches this is recommended so the bagels don’t dry out and harden before being eaten. Place bagel in a freezer safe resealable zip top bag and store in the freezer for about 3 months.
A tip is to slice the bagels in half before freezing, so you can pop them right into the toaster after taking them out of the freezer.
Calories per serving (1 bagel): 160
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Easy And Delicious Air Fryer Bagels
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup self-rising flour
- 5.3 oz plain Greek yogurt I use the personal size Chobani containers
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 egg white, beaten
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Stir in yogurt using a fork until a rough, crumbly dough forms.
- Place dough on a lightly floured surface. Knead until dough is no longer sticky, but slightly tacky to the touch. Divide dough in half.
- Roll out each piece into 1"-thick ropes, joining the ends together to form a bagel. Brush all over with the beaten egg whites. Add any seasonings you would like at this point.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray. Take basket out to spray, do not spray directly into air fryer. Place bagels in basket leaving a little space between them.
- Cook bagels at 280° for 15 minutes. Remove bagels from basket and let cool on cooling rack for about 15 minutes.
Notes
- If you don't have self-rising flour, you can make your own by mixing together 1/2 cup all purpose flour, 3/4 tsp baking powder, and 1/8 tsp salt.
- Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
- Different air fryer brands may cook at different rates, so be sure to keep on eye on food.
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This recipe is genius! I’ve been wanting to try making bagels for sometime now- and this couldn’t be any easier. They’re perfectly airy and light also.
Thanks, Tamara! 🙂
These bagels are so delicious and easy to make! Plus it’s great that they are healthy.
Thank you! 🙂
Oh, WOW! This is something new for me to make bagels in an air fryer. I bake a lot; so, I am gonna try your way:) Thanks for sharing.
You’re welcome! I hope you enjoy them. 🙂
Love how simple this recipe is, and I had no idea you could make bagels in an air fryer. Brilliant! Can’t wait to try it.
Thanks, Marlynn. I hope you enjoy them. 🙂
I really need to get myself an Air Fryer! These bagels look delicious! And now I’m hungry…
Thanks, we love them. 🙂
I’ve had an air fryer for quite a while now and while I’ve made all sorts of things in it, I never would have thought to use it to make bagels. What a great idea, and an easy way to serve up a low-calorie breakfast treat.
Thanks, Vicky. They’re so easy to make too.
Okay YUM! These bagels look amazing, I cannot wait to try them. I know they will be a hit at my house!
Thanks! I hope you enjoy them. 🙂
I really need to try these I never use my airfryer. I must be the only person on earth to buy one and use it once. 😂
Haha, it’s so much fun once you start using it more. 🙂
I was looking for a good breakfast option that is quick and easy. And here it is! Absolutely loving it and will HAVE to give it a try some time soon!
Thanks, Elaine! I hope you enjoy. 🙂
Who knew you could make bagels in an air fryer!? Is there anything you can’t do in an air fryer? 🙂 Love this recipe.
Thanks, Emily!
LOVE! We just bought an air fryer and I’m still learning how to use it! We’ll have to give this recipe a try! I do bagels with Christmas brunch every year!
That sounds great! 🙂
Once again, this recipe find me and I LOVE it! I am planning on getting an air fryer soon and I can’t wait to try these out!
Thanks, Emily! I hope you enjoy. 🙂
Oh my lord!!! Looks so good and simple!
Thanks! 🙂
I never knew I could use my air fryer for bagels ! definitely going to be trying out this recipe 🙂
Thanks! I hope you enjoy them. 🙂
Anyone tried to veganize this recipe? Wondering if dairy free Greek yogurt will work.
Hi Becki, I haven’t tried this recipe using a dairy-free Greek yogurt, but hopefully someone else has that can comment.