Description
These High-Protein Bagel Bites are a quick and easy snack made with gluten-free flour, protein powder, and Greek yogurt, filled with creamy cream cheese and seasoned with Everything But The Bagel seasoning. Perfect for a nutritious, high-protein bite that’s air-fried to golden perfection in just minutes.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- ⅔ cup all-purpose gluten-free flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 scoop (30g) unflavored protein powder
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- ⅔ cup plain unsweetened Greek yogurt
- 10 tsp cream cheese (about 1 tsp per bite)
- 1 egg, lightly beaten (optional, for egg wash)
Seasoning
- Everything But The Bagel seasoning
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, mix together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, unflavored protein powder, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- Form Dough: Add the plain unsweetened Greek yogurt to the dry ingredients and mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Prepare Dough Balls: Lightly flour your work surface and divide the dough into 10 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball.
- Add Filling: Flatten each ball into a small disc, then place 1 teaspoon of cream cheese in the center of each disc.
- Seal & Shape: Carefully fold the dough around the cream cheese and pinch to seal. Reshape into smooth balls to encase the filling completely.
- Add Egg Wash & Season: Brush the tops of the dough balls with the lightly beaten egg (if using) or alternatively spray with a little oil. Sprinkle the tops generously with Everything But The Bagel seasoning.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes to get it ready for baking.
- Air Fry: Place the prepared bagel bites into the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool & Serve: Remove from the air fryer, let cool slightly for a few minutes, then enjoy warm as a high-protein snack.
Notes
- Use gluten-free flour to keep the recipe gluten-free; regular flour can be substituted if gluten is not a concern.
- The egg wash is optional but helps achieve a shiny, golden crust.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute the Greek yogurt and cream cheese with plant-based alternatives.
- Adjust seasoning amount to taste; Everything But The Bagel seasoning adds great flavor but can be omitted or replaced.
- Ensure dough is well sealed around the cream cheese to prevent leakage during cooking.
- These bagel bites are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: high-protein snack, gluten-free, bagel bites, air fryer recipe, protein powder snack, quick snack, cream cheese filling
