Description
These High-Protein Bagel Bites are a delicious and nutritious snack made with Greek yogurt and cream cheese, wrapped in a soft dough and topped with flavorful seasonings. Perfect for a quick breakfast or savory bite, they are easy to prepare and can be baked or air fried to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
Dairy & Eggs
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 4 oz cream cheese, cut into small cubes
Toppings
- Everything bagel seasoning
- Sesame seeds
- Poppy seeds
- Cinnamon sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven or air fryer: For oven cooking, preheat to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. If using an air fryer, preheat it to 350°F (175°C) as needed.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt ensuring even distribution.
- Add Greek yogurt: Add the plain Greek yogurt to the dry mix and stir until a dough forms, making sure it is thoroughly combined but not overmixed.
- Knead the dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead gently for 1-2 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Divide the dough: Cut the dough into 8 equal pieces to create the bagel bites.
- Fill the dough: Flatten each piece into a small disc and place a cube of cream cheese in the center.
- Seal the bagel bites: Wrap the dough around the cream cheese, pinching and sealing the edges well to form a tight ball.
- Apply egg wash: Brush each bagel bite with the beaten egg to promote browning and help toppings adhere.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle each bagel bite with your choice of everything bagel seasoning, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or cinnamon sugar for flavor and texture.
- Bake or air fry: For oven baking, arrange bagel bites on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-22 minutes until they are golden brown. For air frying, place them in the basket and cook for 10-12 minutes until crispy and cooked through.
- Cool and serve: Let the bagel bites cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute whole wheat flour for a healthier option without compromising texture.
- For a dairy-free variation, try using plant-based cream cheese and yogurt alternatives.
- The cooking time may vary slightly depending on your oven or air fryer model; start checking a few minutes earlier to prevent over-baking.
- These bagel bites can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
- Feel free to customize the fillings with other cheeses or add chopped herbs for extra flavor.
