Greek Yogurt Bagels (5 Ingredients!)

Greek Yogurt Bagels are a high protein breakfast recipe to make fluffy bagels with just 5 ingredients! I’ve been making this high protein bagel recipe for years, and I’m excited to finally share it with you!

Nut Free, Soy Free

If you’re into “healthy” recipes then you’ve probably seen the viral 2-ingredient high protein bagels floating around the web. Same, girl, same!

But I really didn’t believe it could be true… As a girl from New York, a bagel needs to have that great texture on the outside and fluffy interior. While I think that these bagels come close, they’re definitely NOT a New York bagel shop bagel.

HOWEVER, this Greek yogurt bagel recipe DOES satisfy that bagel craving. And they’re better than any store-bought bagels you can find, that’s for sure!

Greek Yogurt Bagels are…

• Made with just 5 ingredients
• Yeast-free AKA have no wait time to rise
• DELICIOUS!
• Great for the entire family
• Fun to meal prep

Ingredient List for High Protein Greek Yogurt Bagels

While this recipe was inspired by a 2-ingredient recipe, I’ve turned it into a 5-ingredient recipe (but the additions are worth it for flavor + ease!)

You’ll need:

1. Greek yogurt is the base of this Greek yogurt bagel recipe…duh! It adds the protein to these bagels.
2. White whole wheat flour is an equal base to this recipe as the yogurt. It adds more fiber than using all-purpose flour, but still provides for a fluffy texture.
3. Baking powder helps these bagels rise.
4. Egg wash (just an egg mixed with some water) is used to help the seasonings stick, but also create a good crust on the bagel.
5. Seasonings of your choice add even more flavor to these bagels, making them even more satisfying. I used my sesame-free everything bagel seasoning, but you could use nothing, just salt, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, etc.

Ingredient Substitution Notes

The original 2-ingredient recipe for protein bagels is just self-rising flour and yogurt. Self-rising flour already contains baking powder, so you’re saving an ingredient. However, most people don’t keep self-rising flour around, so I find it easier to use all-purpose or white whole wheat flour + baking powder.

Instead of white whole wheat flour…

• You can use whole wheat pastry flour OR all-purpose flour
• I advise AGAINST using regular whole wheat flour because the result will be extra-dense bagels
• To make the recipe GLUTEN FREE, you can use a gluten-free flour blend, like this one.

Instead of Greek yogurt…

• You can use a dairy-free alternative, but make sure the texture is thick like Greek yogurt. There are so many options available, so this will require some experimentation.

Can you make these bagels egg-free?

Absolutely! Just don’t do the egg wash. If you want the seasonings to stick, dip them in a bowl of the seasoning and press in, or you could try doing just a water wash (it’s not as sticky as the egg, but should work).

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need to Make Greek Yogurt Bagels

You don’t need any unusual tools to make these high protein Greek yogurt bagels. You’ll need:

• Large mixing bowl
• Baking sheet
• Egg wash brush

How to Make Greek Yogurt Bagels

While traditional bagels are typically boiled and baked, these bagels are just baked.

Here are the steps to make these high protein bagels:

1. Preheat your oven. Thanks to this recipe being yeast-free, you don’t have to wait for any of the dough to rise.
2. Mix together the Greek yogurt and flour in a large bowl. At first you can use a spoon, but then it’s best to work the dough with your hands.
3. Once the dough forms, divide it into 4 chunks. Roll each chunk of dough into a ball and poke a hole in the middle. Place on a baking sheet.
4. Next, in a small bowl whisk an egg with about 1/2 tablespoon of water. Brush the egg wash on each of the bagels. Sprinkle with desired seasonings, such as my sesame-free everything bagel seasoning.
5. Bake for about 25 minutes, until the bagels are golden on the outside and dough is cooked through.
6. Let cool slightly before slicing and adding your favorite toppings.

Tips to Make Greek Yogurt Bagels

I’ve made these bagels SO many times, so here are my top tips:

1. Use Greek yogurt. Regular yogurt is too runny and will not be the same.
2. Don’t be afraid to use your hands! You can only mix the dough so far with a spoon. You can dump the dough onto a floured surface to knead, or just do it right in the bowl.
3. Let the bagels cool completely before cutting. They’ll have more structure and it will just be easier.
4. For easy cleanup, line your baking sheet with parchment paper, however, the bottoms will not be as browned and crisp (so it’s up to you!)

Are Greek Yogurt Bagels a Balanced Meal?

A balanced meal contains protein, carbs, veggies and fat, so alone, these Greek yogurt bagels are not a balanced meal. However, they are quite simple to turn into a balanced meal.

One Greek Yogurt Bagel contains:

• 10 grams protein
• 4 grams fiber

Which is pretty great for what’s typically a carb in a meal. For reference, your average grocery store mini bagel (because that’s the approximate size of these) contains double the calories, just 1 gram of fiber, and 6 grams of protein.

To balance out the Greek yogurt bagels, ask yourself:

• What’s missing?
• What can I add?

What should you serve with these Greek Yogurt Bagels?

While these bagels do contain protein, but I prefer to boost the protein even more to equal 25ish grams of protein per meal. To do so, add:

• Smoked salmon
• Cottage cheese
• Tuna salad
• Egg salad
• Whitefish salad
• Chickpea salad
• Sliced turkey

AKA ANYTHING that has some protein.

I also like to balance it out by adding some veggies on the side.

Can I just eat cream cheese on a bagel?

ABSOLUTELY! My point above was to highlight what contains additional protein, but you can absolutely just enjoy with cream cheese – I think it’s a great snack!

Why not just eat a regular bagel?

You 100% can!!

There’s NOTHING wrong with eating an OG, New York bagel that’s the size of your head. Totally no problem!

But you may enjoy these bagels if you…

• Don’t live in New York,
• Like to start your day with more protein
• Enjoy cooking and baking
• Feel better with more balanced eating (most people do!)
• Have some extra time to make this recipe

Sure, you can eat a real deal bagel. But this is ALSO a fun recipe to make.

When you start to think about food in terms of ADDITION, you’re better able to improve your relationship with food and stress less over what you’re’ eating!

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Other Breakfast Recipes You May Enjoy:

• Stuffed French Toast
• Protein Pancakes (my kids LOVE these!)
• Green Waffles (reader fave!)

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