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Homemade Air Fryer Bagels Recipe

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These homemade air fryer bagels are a quick and easy way to enjoy fresh, chewy bagels without the need for boiling or baking in an oven. Made with just two main ingredients—self-rising flour and Greek yogurt—these bagels have a soft yet satisfying texture. The air fryer method gives the bagels a golden, slightly crisp crust while keeping the inside tender. Perfect for a breakfast or snack, these bagels can be customized with your favorite toppings and brushed with egg wash for a shiny finish.

Ingredients

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Bagel Dough

  • 1 cup self-rising flour
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt

Topping (Optional)

  • 1 large egg (beaten, for brushing)
  • Bagel seasoning of choice (e.g., sesame seeds, everything bagel seasoning)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Air Fryer: Spritz the air fryer basket with nonstick spray or line it with perforated parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Make the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the self-rising flour and Greek yogurt. Stir well until they come together into a ball of dough.
  3. Shape the Bagels: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Divide it into four evenly sized pieces and roll each into a ball.
  4. Form the Bagels: Use your thumb to make a hole in the center of each dough ball, stretching and shaping it into a bagel shape. Repeat for all dough balls.
  5. Arrange Bagels in Basket: Place the shaped bagels into the prepared air fryer basket, ensuring they have room to cook evenly.
  6. Add Toppings: Brush the tops of the bagels with the beaten egg (if using) and sprinkle with your choice of bagel seasoning for extra flavor.
  7. Air Fry the Bagels: Cook at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes or until the bagels are golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Repeat cooking: If your air fryer basket cannot fit all bagels at once, repeat the air frying process with the remaining bagels.

Notes

  • For best results, use self-rising flour as it already contains leavening agents needed for the dough.
  • You can omit the egg wash to keep these bagels vegetarian.
  • Feel free to customize the toppings with sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or an everything bagel seasoning mix.
  • If you prefer a softer crust, consider covering the bagels with a damp cloth immediately after cooking to trap steam.
  • Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow even cooking.

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