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High-Protein Bagel Bites Recipe

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These High-Protein Bagel Bites are a delicious and nutritious snack featuring gluten-free flour, Greek yogurt, and protein powder. Perfectly bite-sized and topped with Everything But The Bagel seasoning, they are air-fried to golden perfection, providing a crispy exterior with a creamy cream cheese center. Ideal for a quick, protein-packed treat that’s gluten-free and satisfying.

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

  1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, unflavored protein powder, and a pinch of salt until evenly mixed.
  2. Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the plain unsweetened Greek yogurt gradually to the dry mixture, stirring to form a sticky dough that holds together well.
  3. Prepare Dough Balls: Lightly flour your work surface, then divide the dough into 10 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball using your hands.
  4. Fill with Cream Cheese: Flatten each dough ball into a small disk, then place about 1 teaspoon of cream cheese in the center of each. Carefully seal the dough around the cream cheese and reshape each into a ball to enclose the filling.
  5. Apply Egg Wash and Season: Place the filled dough balls on a tray. Brush them evenly with the beaten egg for a shiny golden finish, or alternatively spray with cooking oil. Generously sprinkle Everything But The Bagel seasoning on top of each ball.
  6. Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to preheat for about 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
  7. Air Fry Bagel Bites: Place the prepared bagel bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry them for 5 to 6 minutes until they turn golden brown and have a crispy outer texture.
  8. Cool and Serve: Remove the bagel bites carefully from the air fryer and let them cool slightly before serving warm for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • To make these bagel bites vegan, substitute the Greek yogurt and cream cheese with plant-based alternatives, and skip the egg wash or use a plant-based milk wash.
  • Ensure airtight sealing of the cream cheese to prevent leakage during air frying.
  • For an extra crisp finish, lightly spray the bagel bites with cooking oil before air frying.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes to retain crispiness.
  • These bagel bites are naturally gluten-free when using gluten-free flour and protein powder, but always check ingredient labels to ensure safety.

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