If you're craving bagels but want something quick, protein-packed, and homemade, these 4-ingredient high-protein bagels are your answer. Made with Greek yogurt, flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt, they come together fast with no yeast or rise time needed. You can bake them or toss them in the air fryer, and either way, they turn out soft, chewy, and golden every time.
Why You'll Love These Bagels
High in protein: Thanks to Greek yogurt, each bagel packs 9-10g of protein.
Just 4 ingredients: No yeast, no fuss, and ingredients you probably already have.
Versatile: Customize with plain, everything bagel seasoning, or sweet toppings like cinnamon and raisins.
Two cooking methods: Bake them or air fry them depending on your mood or schedule.
How to Make these Protein Bagels
1. Preheat:
Oven: 375°F (190°C)
Air Fryer: 330°F (165°C)
2. Make the Dough: In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder (or soda), and salt. Stir in the Greek yogurt until a dough forms. Knead briefly until smooth.
3. Shape: Divide into 4 equal parts. Roll into balls, then poke a hole in the center and stretch into a bagel shape.
4. Customize: Brush with egg wash if using, then top with your seasoning of choice.
5. Cook:
Oven: Bake for 22-25 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Air Fryer: Cook for 10-12 minutes until golden. Check at 10 minutes.
For Cinnamon Raisin Version:
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2-3 tablespoon raisins (chopped if large)
1-2 teaspoon sweetener (like maple syrup, honey, or a low-cal option), optional
Tips for Success
Don't overwork the dough; it should be just combined.
Lightly flour your hands and surface to prevent sticking.
For extra protein, sub 2-3 tablespoon flour with unflavored protein powder.
Want a shinier crust? Use an egg wash before baking.
If making cinnamon raisin bagels, soak raisins in warm water for 5 minutes and pat dry to keep them plump and soft.
Storage
Let bagels cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Toast to reheat.
These protein bagels are perfect for busy mornings, meal prep, or anytime you want a healthy, satisfying bite. Whether you go plain, everything, or cinnamon raisin, they'll taste like a treat but fuel you like a pro.
Let me know in the comments what flavor you're trying first!
Easy 4-Ingredient High-Protein Bagels
Ingredients
Bagels
- Greek yogurt
- Flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
Cinnamon Raisin Version (optional)
- Ground cinnamon
- Raisins
- Sweetener maple syrup, honey, or low-cal option
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C), or the air fryer to 330°F (165°C).
- In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the Greek yogurt until a dough forms, then knead briefly until smooth.
- Divide the dough into 4 equal parts. Roll into balls, then poke a hole in the center and stretch into a bagel shape.
- Brush with egg wash if using, then top with your seasoning of choice.
- Oven: bake for 22-25 minutes until golden and cooked through. Air Fryer: cook for 10-12 minutes, checking at 10 minutes.
Tiffany Bernard says
I will definitely try these
Sam says
Yummmmm!! Tried these last night and they were a hit!!! Gonna try adding cinnamon and raisins next.