Description
These 3 Ingredient Air Fryer Bagels are a quick and easy recipe perfect for a fresh homemade bagel fix without the hassle. Using simple pantry staples like flour, baking powder, and Greek yogurt, you can whip up soft, fluffy bagels in just 25 minutes using an air fryer. Customize with your favorite toppings like everything bagel seasoning or sesame seeds for a delicious treat that rivals traditional bagels.
Ingredients
Regular Bagels
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder (optional for extra fluffy bagels)
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- Optional toppings: Everything Bagel Seasoning, Sesame Seeds, Poppy Seeds
Gluten-Free Bagels
- 1 cup gluten free all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons gluten-free baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 egg white, whisked until frothy (for egg wash)
- Everything bagel seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the Greek yogurt and mix using a fork, hands, or spatula until the dough is moist but slightly crumbly with large doughy pieces.
- Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead into a smooth ball. Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces.
- Form Bagels: Roll each piece into a 5-6 inch long log about 3/4 inch wide. Shape each into a circle, pinching the ends together to form the bagel shape.
- Apply Egg Wash and Add Toppings: Whisk the egg yolk with a little water and brush over the tops and centers of the bagels. Add your preferred toppings if desired.
- Air Fry Bagels: Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and spray the basket with olive oil spray. Place bagels in a single layer about 2 inches apart. Cook for about 10 minutes until golden and cooked through, checking around 8-9 minutes to prevent over-browning.
- Cool and Serve: Remove bagels and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and adding additional toppings or spreads.
- For Gluten-Free: Follow the same method substituting gluten-free flour and using whisked egg white for the egg wash.
Notes
- Baking powder is optional but helps to make the bagels fluffier.
- Always flour your working surface generously to prevent sticking while kneading and shaping the dough.
- Adjust cooking time slightly according to your air fryer model.
- For a richer crust, use whole egg for the wash on regular bagels and egg white for gluten-free options.
- Bagels are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Reheat bagels in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes to restore crispiness before serving.
