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Homemade Air Fryer Bagels Recipe

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This recipe showcases how to make delicious, homemade bagels quickly and easily using an air fryer. By combining self-rising flour and Greek yogurt, you create a simple dough that requires no yeast or long proofing times. The air fryer cooks the bagels to a perfect golden-brown exterior with a soft, chewy center. Optional toppings add extra flavor and texture, making this a fun and convenient way to enjoy fresh bagels at home.

Ingredients

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Bagel Dough

  • 1 cup self-rising flour
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt

Toppings (Optional)

  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Bagel seasoning of choice (e.g., sesame seeds, everything bagel seasoning, poppy seeds)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the air fryer basket: Spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray or line it with perforated parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
  2. Make the dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the self-rising flour and Greek yogurt thoroughly, stirring until a cohesive ball of dough forms.
  3. Shape the dough: Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and divide it into four evenly sized pieces. Roll each piece into a ball.
  4. Create the bagel shape: Use your thumb to poke a hole through the center of each dough ball and gently stretch and shape it into a bagel form. Repeat for all pieces.
  5. Arrange bagels: Place the shaped bagels evenly spaced in the air fryer basket, ensuring they have room to cook evenly.
  6. Apply egg wash and toppings: Brush the tops of each bagel with the beaten egg to promote browning, then sprinkle with your choice of bagel seasoning if desired.
  7. Air fry the bagels: Cook at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes, or until the bagels are golden brown on top and fully cooked through.
  8. Cook remaining bagels: If your air fryer basket cannot hold all bagels at once, repeat the process with the remaining dough portions.

Notes

  • Self-rising flour contains baking powder and salt; if unavailable, use all-purpose flour with added baking powder and salt.
  • Greek yogurt adds moisture and helps create a tender texture while eliminating the need for yeast.
  • Perforated parchment paper helps keep air flow and prevents sticking without interfering with air circulation.
  • Adjust cooking time based on your air fryer model; check bagels a minute or two before the timer ends to avoid overcooking.
  • For a vegan option, omit the egg wash and brush with plant-based milk instead, though browning may be less pronounced.

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