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    Home » Baked Goods

    3 Ingredient Bagels

    Posted: Nov 2, 2021 · Updated: Nov 15, 2021 by Tonje

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    These easy 3 ingredient bagels are a complete game changer! Homemade yogurt based bagels are prepared and baked in less than 30 minutes, perfect for a delicious breakfast or brunch.

    Four homemase bagels with everything seasoning.
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    • Why you'll love it
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Top tips
    • Serving suggestions
    • Variations
    • Equipment
    • Storage
    • Frequently asked questions
    • You might also like these recipes
    • Recipe
    • Food safety tips

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    Bagels are traditionally quite time-consuming to make. But this easy bagel recipe skips a lot of the extra steps! When you make bagels without yeast, you save time as the dough doesn't have to prove. These bagels are also simply baked, without having to boil or poach them first.

    Making your own bagels is perfect for a simple, but impressive breakfast. They are a great option for Mother's Day brunch, Christmas breakfast, or as an alternative to a sandwich.

    Why you'll love it

    • Only 3 ingredients required
    • Easy homemade bagels
    • No boil baked bagels don't require any poaching
    • Much quicker than the traditional method
    • Customize the flavors however you like
    • Perfect for quick meals
    3 ingredient everything bagels.

    Ingredients

    Greek yogurt: You will have to use real full fat Greek yogurt. Low-fat yogurt, or “Greek style” yogurts will not work as well, as the bagels will become dry and crumble while baking.

    Self-raising flour: This is all-purpose flour mixed with raising agents, which allows the bagels to rise without adding extra ingredients. You can alternatively use all-purpose flour, and 2 teaspoons baking powder.

    Everything bagel seasoning: This optional topping adds fantastic flavor to the bagels. You can omit this to make plain bagels, or substitute it with sesame bagels or any other flavors that you like.

    The ingredients needed to make the recipe.

    Instructions

    You can find full instructions + ingredient measurements in the recipe card at the bottom of this page

    One: Combine Greek yogurt and self-raising flour in a mixing bowl. Knead with your hands, or with an electric mixer, until the dough sticks together. Be careful not to over mix the dough at this point, or it might become too sticky.

    Two: Divide the dough into 6 equal sized pieces, and roll them into little balls. If the dough is quite wet, you might want to add some flour to your surface to prevent the dough from sticking to your surface.

    Three: Push your thumbs through the middle of the dough balls to create a hole. Stretch this out to make a bagel shaped ring. Place the bagels on a sheet pan or baking sheet covered with parchment paper, and make sure to space them a little apart.

    Step by step instructions showing how to make this recipe.

    Four: Optionally, brush the bagels with egg wash, milk or water. This will give them a lovely golden shine, and helps the seasoning to stick to the dough.

    Five: Sprinkle the seasoning on top of the bagels. You can omit this step if you prefer to make plain bagels.

    Six: Bake the bagels in a preheated oven at 375 F / 190 C for about 25 minutes. If they are looking a little pale, you can turn the temperature up to 425 F / 220 C, and bake for a few minutes until the bagels are golden brown.

    Step by step instructions showing how to make this recipe.

    Top tips

    • Avoid over working the 2 ingredient bagel dough. The whole milk Greek yogurt and flour should only be just combined.
    • Keep an eye on the bagels while they bake. They are done when they are golden brown.
    • Serve the warm bagels immediately, or allow them to cool down first.
    • Add egg wash or water to the bagels before you sprinkle them with seasoning.

    Serving suggestions

    Serve the 3 ingredient bagels as a quick and easy breakfast, or add them to your brunch table. You can even make an easy bagel board with homemade everything bagels, spreads, sliced vegetables, cooked meats, and other toppings. Bacon Egg and Cheese Bagel is always a popular breakfast!

    I love to top my bagels with classic Scallion Cream Cheese spread, smoked salmon, Rhubarb and Apple Jam, peanut butter, avocado, Cheesy Broccoli Scrambled Eggs, Whipped Feta or ham and cheese.

    A bagel with cream cheese and scallions, with cucumbers and bagels in the background.

    Variations

    Gluten free version: Use gluten free flour and baking powder. I like to use gluten free all purpose flour, but other types might also work. You can also find gluten free self raising flour in many grocery stores and supermarkets.

    Different flavors: Substitute the everything seasoning with sesame seeds, or omit them altogether. You can also add flavored ingredients to the bagel dough, like sea salt, blueberries, raspberries, or raisins.

    Air fryer bagels: You can cook these bagels in an air fryer. Lower the temperature by 20 degrees F, or 10 degrees C, and check on them regularly as they will likely finish baking sooner.

    Equipment

    To make these easy three ingredient bagels, you will need a mixing bowl, a sheet pan and parchment paper or baking paper.

    They can be baked in an oven or air fryer, so use whichever method suits you better. Keep in mind that an oven has more space than an air fryer basket. If you choose to use the air fryer, you might have to bake the bagels in several batches.

    Homemade bagels on a cutting board.

    Storage

    You can store leftover bagels at room temperature for up to 4 days, or freeze them for up to 3 months. Defrost and thaw frozen bagels overnight, and serve them immediately.

    As the bagels store so well, you can easily double or triple the recipe, and freeze a batch down for later. Defrost individual bagels if and when required.

    This is an excellent made ahead bagel recipe, and perfect for meal prep.

    Frequently asked questions

    What can I do with leftover bagels?

    Leftover bagels can be frozen or stored for later. You can also turn them into a breakfast casserole, use them to make French toast, or make bread pudding with them.

    Is it cheaper to make your own bagels?

    Bagels are made with inexpensive ingredients, and are therefore cheaper to make at home than to buy. They require a little effort to prepare, so if you want to make your own breakfast bagels to save money, I recommend making a big batch and freezing them down in portion sized packages.

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    Recipe

    Close up of homemade everything bagels.

    3 Ingredient Bagels

    Serve up a delicious, homemade breakfast with these easy 3 ingredient bagels. The tasty yogurt based bagels with everything seasoning are perfect for breakfast or brunch, and can be made in just 30 minutes.
    4.56 from 9 votes
    Created by: Tonje
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 bagels
    Calories 142 kcal

    Equipment

    • Mixing Bowl
    • Sheet Pan
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    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 ½ cup self raising flour
    • 1 ½ cup Greek yogurt
    • 1 teaspoon everything bagel seasoning

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 375 F / 190 C.
    • Combine Greek yogurt and self-raising flour in a mixing bowl. Knead with your hands, or with an electric mixer, until the dough sticks together. Be careful not to over mix the dough at this point, or it might become too sticky.
    • Divide the dough into 6 equal sized pieces, and roll them into little balls. If the dough is quite wet, you might want to add some flour to your surface to prevent the dough from sticking to your surface.
    • Push your thumbs through the middle of the dough balls to create a hole. Stretch this out to make a bagel shaped ring. Place the bagels on a sheet pan or baking sheet covered with parchment paper, and make sure to space them a little apart.
    • Optionally, brush the bagels with egg wash, milk or water. This will give them a lovely golden shine, and helps the seasoning to stick to the dough.
    • Sprinkle the seasoning on top of the bagels. You can omit this step if you prefer to make plain bagels.
    • Bake the bagels for about 25 minutes. If they are looking a little pale, you can turn the temperature up to 425 F / 220 C, and bake for a few minutes until the bagels are golden brown.

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    Notes

    • Store any leftover bagels for up to 4 days in a sealed container at room temperature, or freeze them for up to 3 months.
    • Bagels are best toasted! Slice them in half, and toast them in a toaster, oven or in a frying pan or on a griddle.
    • Instead of self-raising flour, you can use all-purpose flour and 2 teaspoons baking powder.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1bagelCalories: 142kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 9gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 62mgPotassium: 102mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 3IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword 3 ingredient bagels, no boil bagels, yogurt bagels
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    Food safety tips

    • Never leave cooking food unattended
    • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

    See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

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