Easy Air Fryer Mini Bagels

Why You Will Love This Recipe

Easy Air Fryer Mini Bagels are a fantastic choice for anyone seeking a quick and delicious snack. They are made with simple ingredients and require minimal preparation time, making them perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a relaxing family brunch. Plus, these mini bagels are gluten-free, so they can be enjoyed by those with dietary restrictions. The versatility of this recipe means you can customize your bagels with your favorite toppings, making them kid-approved and adult-friendly alike!

How This Recipe Comes Together

Making Easy Air Fryer Mini Bagels is straightforward. You start by combining gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Next, you add Greek yogurt to form a dough, which you can easily knead by hand. After shaping the dough into little bagel balls, you roll them in everything bagel seasoning for extra flavor before cooking them in your air fryer. Within minutes, you’ll have warm, homemade mini bagels ready to serve.

Ingredients

• 1 cup gluten-free 1:1 flour – like 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 so the seasoning sticks to them

Directions

1. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the flour with the baking powder and salt to create gluten-free self-rising flour.
2. Add the yogurt and mix well using a fork until a thick, slightly wet, chunky dough forms.
3. Sprinkle flour on your hands and the dough, then knead in the bowl until a smooth dough ball forms—this should take about 1 minute or less.
4. Turn the dough out onto a well-floured surface and knead it for another minute with your hands.
5. Using a rounded tablespoon, scoop about 1 heaping tablespoon of dough into your hands and roll it into a ball. Place it onto a clean plate. Repeat this until all of the dough is used (this recipe makes 12-13 mini bagels).
6. Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F.
7. While the air fryer preheats, spray or lightly brush the bagel balls with olive oil spray (you can also use egg white or water). Roll each dough ball in a shallow bowl filled with everything bagel seasoning.
8. Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray, then place the bagels in a single layer, ensuring they are about 1 inch apart since they will expand while cooking. You may need to work in batches depending on your air fryer’s size.
9. Cook the mini bagels for 10-12 minutes, checking them after 10 minutes. If the inside is still doughy, continue to cook for another 1-2 minutes.
10. Remove the bagels from the air fryer and let them cool for 5 minutes.
11. Serve with butter or cream cheese and enjoy!

How to Serve Easy Air Fryer Mini Bagels

These mini bagels are delicious on their own but can also be served with various toppings. They pair wonderfully with butter, cream cheese, or your favorite spread. You can even create a mini bagel sandwich by adding some deli meats, cheeses, and veggies.

How to Store Easy Air Fryer Mini Bagels

If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They can last for about 3-4 days. To reheat, simply pop them back in the air fryer for a few minutes or use a microwave.

Tips to Make Easy Air Fryer Mini Bagels

• Make sure to not over-knead the dough as this can make the bagels tough.
• Experiment with different toppings like sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or even flaky sea salt for variety.
• For a sweeter option, consider adding a bit of honey or cinnamon to the dough.

Variations

You can customize these mini bagels by adding herbs or spices to the dough. For a cheesy flavor, mix in shredded cheese, or for a sweeter twist, add chocolate chips.

FAQs

Can I use regular flour instead of gluten-free flour?
Yes, you can substitute regular flour, but the texture and flavor will differ from the gluten-free version.

How long do these mini bagels take to cook?
They typically take about 10-12 minutes in the air fryer, but be sure to check them and adjust the time as needed.

Can I freeze these mini bagels?
Yes, you can freeze them. Just place them in a freezer-safe bag or container. When you’re ready to eat, simply reheat them in the air fryer.

Easy Air Fryer Mini Bagels

Delicious and customizable gluten-free mini bagels made effortlessly in the air fryer, perfect for snacks or brunch.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Total Time 27 minutes mins

Servings: 12 mini bagels

Course: Brunch, Snack

Cuisine: American, Gluten-Free

Calories: 120

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the bagel dough

• 1 cup gluten-free 1:1 flour – like King Arthur’s
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

For seasoning and coating

• 2 tablespoons Everything bagel seasoning
• 1 spray Olive oil spray Can substitute with egg white or water for coating

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. Add the Greek yogurt and mix well using a fork until a thick, chunky dough forms.
3. Sprinkle flour on your hands and the dough, then knead in the bowl until smooth, about 1 minute.
4. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for another minute.
5. Scoop about 1 heaping tablespoon of dough, roll into a ball, and place on a plate. Repeat until all dough is used (makes 12-13 mini bagels).

Cooking

1. Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F.
2. Lightly spray or brush the bagel balls with olive oil. Roll each in everything bagel seasoning.
3. Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil and place bagels in a single layer, about 1 inch apart.
4. Cook for 10-12 minutes, checking after 10 minutes. Cook longer if the inside is doughy.
5. Remove the bagels and let them cool for 5 minutes.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat in the air fryer or microwave.