Easy Homemade Bagel Recipe

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Easy Homemade Bagel Recipe (No Yeast, No Boiling!)

These homemade bagels are incredibly simple to make, requiring just five wholesome ingredients—and no yeast, no boiling, and no fancy equipment needed. Whether you’re baking them in the oven or crisping them in the air fryer, these bagels come out beautifully golden, chewy, and satisfyingly hearty.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • No yeast or rise time required
  • Quick prep and cook time (just 30 minutes!)
  • Made with protein-rich Greek yogurt
  • Perfectly soft and chewy texture
  • Oven and air fryer instructions included

 Prep Time: 5 minutes

 Cook Time: 25 minutes (oven) or 16 minutes (air fryer)

 Rest Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Yield: 4 bagels

 Cuisine: American

Category: Breakfast, Brunch

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (120 g) unbleached all-purpose flour (or use whole wheat or a 1:1 gluten-free blend)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder (make sure it’s fresh)
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt (or ½ teaspoon if using table salt)
  • 1 cup non-fat Greek yogurt (do not use regular yogurt)
  • 1 egg white or whole egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Optional toppings: sesame seeds, poppy seeds, everything bagel seasoning, dried onion flakes, etc.

Instructions

Oven Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with oil to prevent sticking.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the Greek yogurt and mix with a fork or spatula until the mixture forms a crumbly dough.
  4. Lightly flour a clean surface, then knead the dough about 15 times until smooth and tacky but not sticky.
  5. Divide dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each into a rope and join the ends to form a bagel. Alternatively, form a ball and poke a hole in the center.
  6. Brush the tops with egg wash and sprinkle with your favorite toppings.
  7. Bake on the top rack for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Let cool at least 15 minutes before slicing.

Air Fryer Method

  1. In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the Greek yogurt until combined into a rough dough.
  2. Knead on a floured surface about 20 times until smooth and tacky.
  3. Divide and shape the dough into 4 bagels.
  4. Brush with egg wash and top as desired.
  5. Preheat air fryer to 280°F (140°C). Cook in batches for 15–16 minutes or until golden. No flipping needed.
  6. Cool for at least 15 minutes before cutting.

Tips & Notes

  • Make sure your baking powder is fresh to ensure the best rise.
  • If using gluten-free flour, try a 1:1 blend like Bob’s Red Mill for best results.
  • Non-fat Greek yogurt is essential for the correct texture—avoid regular yogurt as it’s too watery.

Nutrition (Per Bagel)

  • Calories: 152
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Carbohydrates: 26.5 g
  • Fat: 0.3 g
  • Fiber: 1 g

This no-yeast, no-boil bagel recipe is the perfect beginner-friendly option for making fresh, delicious bagels at home. Whether enjoyed plain or topped with cream cheese, smoked salmon, or avocado, these will become your new breakfast staple.

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