Discover how to make easy 2-ingredient bagels in the air fryer with this simple, no-fuss recipe.
With just a few basic ingredients, you can enjoy warm, homemade bagels that taste just as good as your favorite bakery.
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Table of Contents
- Recipe at a Glance
- New to Air Frying?
- Main Ingredients Needed
- Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- How long to cook bagels in Air Fryer?
- Recipe Tips for Making Air Fryer Bagels with Greek Yogurt
- Recipe FAQ's
- Storage and Freezing Tips
- How to Reheat Bagel in Air Fryer
- Try these other Air Fryer Recipes next...
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Recipe at a Glance
Prep: 10 min | Air Fry: 10–12 min | Difficulty: Easy | Servings: 4 bagels
Main Ingredients: self-rising flour, Greek yogurt
Best For: quick breakfast, snacks, simple homemade bread
Make Ahead: dough can be mixed and shaped a few hours ahead and refrigerated until ready to air fry
Storage: store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days; reheat before serving
Serve these bagels with my herb butter recipe, or pair them with a breakfast casserole with eggs and sausage or a yogurt fruit and granola parfait for a complete meal.
Prefer baking instead? Try my oven-baked 2 ingredient bagels for another easy option.
New to Air Frying?
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Main Ingredients Needed
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Substitutions and Variations
- Once you've made a batch of these bagels, try my recipe for Air Fryer Pizza Bagels!
- If you don't have self-rising flour on hand, you can make it by combining 1 cup of plain flour with 2 teaspoons of baking powder.
- For an extra burst of flavor reminiscent of your favorite childhood cereal, try using Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cinnadust Seasoning on the bagels!
This recipe has not been tested with other substitutions or variations. If you replace or add any ingredients, please let me know how it turned out in the comments below!
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Step 1: Mix the flour and Greek yogurt together.
Step 2: Once the dough comes together, turn out onto a floured or parchment lined surface.
Step 3: Cut the ball of dough into 4 even portions.
Step 4: Shape each ball of dough into a log that's 4-6 inches long.
Step 5: Make a circle out of the log and pinch the ends together to form the bagel shape.
Step 6: Make an egg wash by combining 1 egg with 1 tablespoon of water.
Step 7: Brush the egg wash on top of each bagel.
Step 8: Add your preferred seasonings.
How long to cook bagels in Air Fryer?
Step 9: Cut a piece of parchment to fit inside your air fryer and gently place the bagels on top. Air fryers can brown unevenly, so flip the bagels halfway through cooking to ensure they're evenly golden on both sides.
Step 10: Air fry at 350°F for about 15 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.
Recipe Tips for Making Air Fryer Bagels with Greek Yogurt
Use thick Greek yogurt: Make sure to use plain, full-fat Greek yogurt—not regular yogurt. The thickness helps create a dough that’s easier to shape and bake.
Drain excess liquid: If your yogurt has any watery separation, drain it off before mixing. Too much moisture will make the dough sticky.
Don’t overwork the dough: Mix just until combined. Overmixing can make the bagels tough and harder to shape.
Flour your hands and surface: The dough can be sticky—lightly flouring your hands and work area makes shaping the bagels easier.
Use parchment paper in the air fryer basket: This prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.
Brush with egg wash: For that golden brown, bakery-style finish, brush the tops of the bagels with an egg wash (1 egg mixed with 1 tablespoon water) before air frying. This helps create a shiny, golden crust.
Customize toppings: Add everything bagel seasoning, sesame seeds, or cinnamon sugar to suit your taste before cooking.
Flip halfway if needed: Some air fryers may brown unevenly—flip the bagels halfway through cooking if necessary for even browning.
Recipe FAQ's
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Double the recipe and get creative! This 2-ingredient dough isn't just for bagels. Transform it into flatbread, breadsticks, pizza crust, or even pretzel bites. The possibilities are endless!
You can make your own by mixing 1 cup of all-purpose flour with 1 ½ teaspoons of baking powder and ¼ teaspoon of salt for every cup of self-rising flour needed.
While this recipe uses self-rising flour, it can’t be substituted with almond flour.
If you're looking for a gluten-free or low-carb option, you’ll need a different version of this recipe made with almond flour. Almond flour bagels are a great alternative, but they require different ingredients and measurements.
Storage and Freezing Tips
Refrigerator: Place the cooled bagels in an airtight container or a zip top bag. You can store bagels at room temperature for a couple of days, but to keep them fresh longer, refrigerate them for up to 5 days.
Freezer: Wrap the bagels in plastic wrap or aluminum foil tightly before putting them in a freezer safe zip top bag. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
How to Reheat Bagel in Air Fryer
Heat bagel halves in the air fryer at 350°F for 2–4 minutes (2 minutes for soft, 4 minutes for crisp); if frozen, heat for 4–5 minutes.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup self-rising flour
- 1 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 egg plus 1 tablespoon water
- everything seasoning
- coarse salt
- Cinnamon Toast Crunch seasoning
Method
- In a bowl, combine the flour and Greek yogurt together using a wooden spoon.
- As soon as the dough comes together, turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead until the dough forms a ball.
- The dough is quite sticky, so make sure you flour your hands and the surface well. You may need to work extra flour into the dough to get it to come together.
- Cut the dough in half and then in half again until you have four even pieces.
- Shape each piece of dough into a long log about 4 to 6 inches long. Then make a circle pinching the ends together forming the bagel shape.
- Cut a piece of parchment paper to fit inside the air fryer basket.
- Gently lift the bagels and place them on top of the parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, whisk 1 egg with 1 tablespoon of water until well combined. Using a pastry brush, gently coat each bagel with the egg wash.
- Generously sprinkle your favorite everything bagel seasoning over the bagels.
- Air fry at 350°F for 15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Keep a close eye on them, as cooking times can vary depending on your air fryer model.
- Remove from the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
Notes
- Use full-fat Greek yogurt for the best texture and flavor. Non-fat may make the dough too sticky.
- Flour your surface and hands lightly to prevent sticking while shaping the bagels.
- Add toppings! Brush bagels with a little egg wash and sprinkle with everything seasoning, sesame seeds, or cinnamon sugar before air frying.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer. Cook in batches if needed to ensure even air circulation and browning.
- Flip halfway if needed: Air fryers can brown unevenly, so flip the bagels halfway through cooking to ensure they're evenly golden on both sides. I did not need to do this for my bagels.
- Let them cool for a few minutes before slicing—they’ll firm up as they rest.
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Let us know how it was!Air Frying Food Safety Tips
- Ensure foods reach a minimum internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety.
- Avoid cross-contamination by using separate utensils for raw and cooked food.
- Wash hands thoroughly after handling raw ingredients, especially meat.
- Do not leave food at room temperature for extended periods.
- Monitor your air fryer while in use to prevent accidents.
- If the recipe calls for it, use oils with a high smoking point to avoid the release of harmful compounds.
- Keep your cooking area well-ventilated for optimal air circulation.
Jane says
In your recipe you say to use one egg with water then when you tell in putting the bagels together to use brunch on egg white yo finish , so is it a whole egg or just the egg white very confusing , use a egg wash , so which is it egg or egg white????
Lois says
Thanks so much for pointing this out as I can see how that was confusing!
For this recipe, you should use an egg wash made with 1 whole egg mixed with a little water and brush it over the bagels before baking.
I’ve updated the instructions to make this clearer. Thanks again for catching that!
Joanne says
I just made some of these this morning!
Lois says
I hope you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for visiting!
Lanbricks says
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