Easy Air Fryer Mini Bagels

Why Make This Recipe

These Easy Air Fryer Mini Bagels are quick to make, delicious, and perfect for breakfast or a snack. They are also gluten-free and can be ready in just a few minutes. Plus, using an air fryer means you get that delightful bagel texture without needing to boil or bake in a traditional oven. Enjoy fresh bagels made right at home with minimal fuss!

How to Make Easy Air Fryer Mini Bagels

Ingredients:

• 1 cup gluten-free 1:1 flour
• 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)

Directions:

1. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the gluten-free flour with baking powder and salt to create gluten-free self-rising flour.
2. Add the Greek yogurt to the dry ingredients and mix well until a thick, slightly wet, chunky dough forms.
3. Knead the dough in the bowl until smooth, about 1 minute.
4. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, knead for another minute, then scoop about 1 heaping tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball.
5. Repeat until all dough is shaped into 12-13 mini bagels.
6. Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F.
7. Spray or brush bagel balls with olive oil spray, then roll them in Everything bagel seasoning.
8. Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray; place bagels in a single layer, ensuring they are spaced apart.
9. Cook for 10-12 minutes, checking after 10 minutes. Cook longer if still doughy.
10. Remove from the air fryer and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

How to Serve Easy Air Fryer Mini Bagels

These mini bagels are delicious served warm or at room temperature. You can enjoy them plain, or spread cream cheese, butter, or your favorite spread on top. They also make great bases for mini sandwiches or bagel sliders!

How to Store Easy Air Fryer Mini Bagels

To store leftover mini bagels, place them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. If you want them to last longer, you can refrigerate them for about a week or freeze them for up to a month. Just make sure to wrap them tightly to prevent freezer burn.

Tips to Make Easy Air Fryer Mini Bagels

• For a fluffier texture, ensure not to over-knead the dough.
• If you want more flavor, you can mix in herbs or spices into the dough.
• Use a cookie cutter to cut out holes in the center if you prefer classic bagel shapes!

Variation

You can customize these mini bagels by adding ingredients like cheese, herbs, or even dried fruits. Experiment with different seasonings or toppings to suit your taste!

FAQs

1. Can I use regular flour instead of gluten-free flour?
Yes, if you’re not gluten-sensitive, you can substitute regular all-purpose flour.

2. How can I tell when the bagels are done cooking?
Check them after 10 minutes. They should be golden brown and firm to the touch.

3. Can I freeze the mini bagels?
Yes! Let them cool completely before freezing, and then store them in a freezer-safe container.

Easy Air Fryer Mini Bagels

These quick and delicious mini bagels are perfect for breakfast or a snack and are gluten-free, made effortlessly in an air fryer.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Total Time 27 minutes mins

Servings: 12 pieces

Course: Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: American, Gluten-Free

Calories: 120

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Dough Ingredients

• 1 cup gluten-free 1:1 flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

Topping Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Everything bagel seasoning
• Olive oil spray For spraying
• Egg white or water For coating

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the gluten-free flour with baking powder and salt to create gluten-free self-rising flour.
2. Add the Greek yogurt to the dry ingredients and mix well until a thick, slightly wet, chunky dough forms.
3. Knead the dough in the bowl until smooth, about 1 minute.
4. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, knead for another minute, then scoop about 1 heaping tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball.
5. Repeat until all dough is shaped into 12-13 mini bagels.

Cooking

1. Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F.
2. Spray or brush bagel balls with olive oil spray, then roll them in Everything bagel seasoning.
3. Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray; place bagels in a single layer, ensuring they are spaced apart.
4. Cook for 10-12 minutes, checking after 10 minutes. Cook longer if still doughy.
5. Remove from the air fryer and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

These mini bagels can be served warm or at room temperature. They can be enjoyed plain, or with cream cheese, butter, or your favorite spread. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, refrigerate for about a week, or freeze for up to a month. For a fluffier texture, ensure not to over-knead the dough. You can also customize them by adding cheese, herbs, or fruits to the dough.