Name: Easy Air Fryer Mini Bagels Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup gluten-free 1:1 flour (such as King Arthur’s); 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 tablespoons Everything bagel seasoning; 1 cup plain Greek yogurt; Olive oil spray, egg white, or water (for coating the bagels)

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Introduction

These easy air fryer mini bagels are perfect for a quick breakfast or snack. Made with gluten-free flour and Greek yogurt, they come together fast and bake up soft and flavorful with a crunchy everything bagel seasoning crust.

A close-up view of a group of round golden-brown bread balls arranged on a white marbled surface, each covered with white sesame seeds, black poppy seeds, and bits of dried onion flakes. One bread ball is cut in half, revealing a soft, airy, white inside with a light texture. The outer crusts are slightly shiny and have a crisp look, giving a nice contrast to the fluffy interior. The bread balls are placed close together, showing a variety of angles and the detailed topping on each one. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 cup gluten-free 1:1 flour (such as King Arthur’s)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
Olive oil spray, egg white, or water (for coating the bagels)

Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt to create a self-rising flour mixture. Add the Greek yogurt and mix with a fork until a thick, slightly wet dough forms. Sprinkle some flour on your hands and the dough, then knead in the bowl until smooth, about 1 minute.
Step 2: Turn the dough onto a well-floured surface and knead for another minute. Use a rounded tablespoon to scoop about 1 ounce of dough, roll it into a ball, and place it on a clean plate. Repeat to make 12–13 mini bagels.
Step 3: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Step 4: Lightly coat each dough ball with olive oil spray, egg white, or water. Pour the everything bagel seasoning into a shallow bowl and roll each ball in the seasoning to coat. Alternatively, sprinkle the seasoning on if you prefer less.
Step 5: Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray. Arrange the bagels in a single layer with about 1 inch of space between them, as they will expand during cooking. Cook in batches if necessary.
Step 6: Air fry for 10–12 minutes. After 10 minutes, check one bagel by carefully pulling it apart. If the inside is still doughy, cook for 1–2 more minutes. Remove the bagels and let them cool on a plate for 5 minutes.
Step 7: Serve warm with butter or cream cheese and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

Use egg white for a shinier coating that helps the seasoning stick better than water or oil spray.
Try different toppings like sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or garlic powder in place of the everything bagel seasoning.
For a dairy-free option, substitute the Greek yogurt with a thick non-dairy yogurt of your choice.

Storage

Store cooled mini bagels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Reheat in the air fryer or toaster oven for a crisp exterior. They also freeze well; thaw before reheating.

How to Serve

A pile of round, golden-brown dough balls covered with a mix of white sesame seeds, black poppy seeds, and bits of dried onion rests in a white bowl. One ball at the top is bitten, revealing a soft, fluffy white interior with a slightly moist texture. The balls have a crispy, slightly shiny surface with some seeds scattered on and around them. The background shows a white marbled texture with part of a wooden bowl filled with sesame seeds visible at the bottom corner. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular flour instead of gluten-free?

Yes, you can substitute regular all-purpose flour for gluten-free 1:1 flour. The texture will be slightly different, but the bagels should still turn out soft and delicious.

How do I know when the bagels are fully cooked inside?

After 10 minutes of cooking, carefully pull apart one bagel to check. The inside should be set and not doughy. If it’s still wet, cook for an additional 1–2 minutes until done.