These Protein Bagel Bites are easy, high-protein bread balls with a traditional bagel taste without the carbs but loaded with proteins!
I love bagels, like my Keto Bagels, but I wanted to make a simple, quicker, and easier version with as few ingredients as possible.
While the whole recipe is just below, don’t miss all my tips further down, including process shots, ingredient swaps, tips, and more!
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Preheat the oven to 350 °F (180 °C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly oil paper with cooking oil spray. Set aside.
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In a mixing bowl, stir almond flour and Greek yogurt until it forms a thick sticky dough. If too dry and crumbly, add a bit more yogurt, if too runny, add more almond flour.
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Divide the dough into 16 equal portions, roll between lightly oiled hands, then roll into the bowl filled with bagel seasoning to coat the bites.
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Place the coated bites on the prepared baking sheet, leaving an inch of space between them so they don’t touch each other. They won’t expand in the oven.
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Bake the bites for 20-24 minutes at 350 °F (180 °C) until golden brown and crispy on the edges.
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Cool on the baking sheet for 30 minutes at room temperature.
Note 2: Use full-fat plain Greek Yogurt for the best moist texture. My Greek Yogurt has 15 grams of protein per cup and it increases the protein per serving even more.
Note 3: The dough has no salt, you must add the bagel seasoning to add the garlic, onion, and salt flavors to the bites. If you don’t have bagel seasoning add 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt in the dough. Roll bites in a mix of white and black sesame seeds.
Storage: Store in an airtight Ziploc bag in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 1 month, and thaw in the fridge the day before.
Serving: Serve plain as a high-protein savory sack, or with cottage cheese, avocado. or cheese.
Serving: 1 bite (serves 16)Calories: 119.8 kcal (6%)Carbohydrates: 4.7 g (2%)Fiber: 2 g (8%)Net Carbs: 2.7 gProtein: 5.8 g (12%)Fat: 9.6 g (15%)Saturated Fat: 0.9 g (6%)Cholesterol: 1.1 mgSodium: 541.7 mg (24%)Sugar: 1.4 g (2%)Vitamin A: 10.9 IUCalcium: 61.2 mg (6%)Iron: 0.7 mg (4%)
Ingredients and Substitutions
You only need 3 ingredients to make these bagel bites. Here’s how to pick and swap them:
- Almond Flour – This forms the base of the bagel bites, providing a low-carb, gluten-free alternative to traditional flour. Ultra-fine almond flour ensures a smooth texture, while almond meal results in a grainier, drier bite. Cashew or sesame flour are also suitable options for a nut-free variation.
- Greek Yogurt – This adds moisture and protein to the bagel bites. Full-fat Greek yogurt yields the best moist texture. Dairy-free Greek yogurt works as a dairy-free alternative, but it may result in less crispy edges due to its higher water content.
- Everything Bagel Seasoning – This provides the signature bagel flavor, including garlic, onion, and salt. 1 If unavailable, a mix of garlic powder, onion powder, and salt, or sesame seeds can be used.
How to Make Protein Bagel Bites
Here’s how to make these bite in a few pictures.
Combine the dough ingredients in a mixing bowl until the texture is smooth.
Roll 16 dough balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Roll each bagel bite in the bagel seasoning to coat them.
Bake the bites for 20-24 minutes at 350 °F (180 °C).
Carine’s Tips
Let me share a few more tips for perfect bagel bites.
- Full-Fat Yogurt Advantage – Choose full-fat Greek yogurt to achieve a moist center and a crispy exterior.
- Spice Up the Flavor – You can try adding spices like smoked paprika, turmeric, or cumin to the dough for varied bagel flavors.
- Air Fry for Speed – Air fry the bagel bites at 325°F (160°C) for 18 minutes, flipping halfway, for a quicker cooking option.
- Dough Consistency Matters – Adjust the dough’s consistency by adding more yogurt if it’s too dry or more almond flour if it’s too runny.
- Even Coating is Key – Roll the dough bites thoroughly in the bagel seasoning to ensure an even coating.
- Spacing for Crispiness – Space the bites on the baking sheet to prevent them from touching, ensuring even baking and crispy edges.
- Cool Before Serving – Allow the bagel bites to cool on the baking sheet for 30 minutes to set properly.
- Storage – Store the bites in an airtight bag in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
- Serving Suggestions – Serve the bagel bites plain as a high-protein snack or with toppings like cottage cheese, avocado, or cheese.
- Ultra-Fine Flour – Use ultra-fine almond flour for a smoother texture.
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About The Author
Carine Claudepierre
Hi, I’m Carine, the food blogger, author, recipe developer, published author of a cookbook, and founder of Sweet As Honey.
I have an Accredited Certificate in Nutrition and Wellness obtained in 2014 from Well College Global (formerly Cadence Health). I’m passionate about sharing all my easy and tasty recipes that are both delicious and healthy. My expertise in the field comes from my background in chemistry and years of following a keto low-carb diet. But I’m also well versed in vegetarian and vegan cooking since my husband is vegan.
I now eat a more balanced diet where I alternate between keto and a Mediterranean Diet
Cooking and Baking is my true passion. In fact, I only share a small portion of my recipes on Sweet As Honey. Most of them are eaten by my husband and my two kids before I have time to take any pictures!
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