Looking for delicious, low-carb bagels that taste like the real deal? Look no further! These easy keto bagels are made with just 5 ingredients and are ready in under 20 minutes. They’re chewy on the inside, with a slightly crispy crust, and totally satisfying.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Quick and Easy: Takes less than 15 minutes to bake, perfect for busy mornings.
- Incredible Texture and Flavor: Chewy and flavorful, just like traditional bagels, without the carbs!
- Highly Customizable: Add your favorite toppings and flavorings for endless bagel creations.
Just 5 Ingredients Needed:
- Almond Flour: Use blanched or superfine almond flour for the best results.
- Baking Powder: Helps the bagels rise and become fluffy.
- Shredded Mozzarella Cheese: Low-moisture mozzarella is best for a chewier texture.
- Cream Cheese: Full-fat cream cheese is essential for a rich flavor.
- Eggs: Room temperature eggs work best.
Easy Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Whisk together the dry ingredients (almond flour and baking powder).
- Microwave the mozzarella and cream cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients in a food processor.
- Shape the dough into 8 bagels and place them on a baking sheet.
- Brush with egg wash (optional) and sprinkle with your favorite toppings.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Tips and Tricks:
- Use a stand mixer with a dough blade attachment for easier mixing.
- Microwave the cheese in short bursts to prevent burning.
- An egg wash helps the toppings stick and gives the bagels a golden brown crust.
- For uniform bagels, use a donut pan and pipe the batter in.
Flavor Variations:
- Everything Bagel: Sprinkle with “Everything But the Bagel Seasoning.”
- Sesame: Top with toasted sesame seeds.
- Cinnamon Raisin: Add cinnamon and raisins to the dough.
- Asiago Cheese: Fold in shredded Asiago cheese and sprinkle with parmesan before baking.
- Onion: Add onion powder, onion flakes, and top with sea salt and sesame seeds.
Storing and Reheating:
- Store leftover bagels in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freeze bagels in a ziplock bag for up to 6 months.
- Reheat in the microwave for 30 seconds before slicing and toasting.
Enjoy these delicious keto bagels guilt-free!
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1 bagel):
- Calories: 175
- Net Carbs: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Fat: 14g
With this recipe, you can enjoy your favorite bagel flavors while staying on track with your keto goals. So, ditch the store-bought, high-carb bagels and try these easy, delicious homemade keto bagels instead!
Perfect Keto Bagels Recipe
Savor the authentic taste of bagels while keeping it keto-friendly with these Perfect Keto Bagels. They're chewy and dense, featuring a tender crust that mimics traditional bagels perfectly! The best part? No yeast or boiling is required. Using almond flour and just a handful of other ingredients, these bagels are simple to make. Follow along with the video below to see how I whip them up in my kitchen!
Ingredients
- 1¾ cups almond flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 oz cream cheese softened
- 3 large eggs divided
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a large baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix together the almond flour and baking powder.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine mozzarella cheese and cream cheese. Microwave in 30-second intervals until mostly melted, then whisk until smooth.
- Transfer the cheese mixture to a food processor. Add two eggs and the dry ingredients, pulsing until the mixture is smooth.
- Lightly dust a kitchen surface with almond flour. Place the dough on it, dividing into eight equal parts. Roll each part into a sausage shape, then join the ends to form a bagel.
- Arrange the bagels on the prepared baking sheet. Beat the remaining egg in a small bowl and brush it over the tops of the bagels. Add your choice of toppings.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the bagels are firm and golden on top.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
Additional Notes:
- Consider an extra egg for the egg wash.
- Topping suggestions are available in the main post.
- Refrigeration: Store leftover bagels in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freezing: Place in a ziplock bag and freeze for up to 6 months.
- Reheating: Microwave for 30 seconds, then slice in half and toast as desired.
- Calories: 175 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Fat: 14 g
- Sodium: 473 mg
- Potassium: 67 mg
- Fiber: 5 g
- Vitamin A: 391 IU
- Calcium: 369 mg
- Iron: 2 mg
- Net Carbs: 2 g
