You may have seen the 3-ingredient bagels before, and they are worth the hype! These soft protein-packed bagel bites are made with simple ingredients and packed with protein thanks to Greek yogurt. Perfect for a quick breakfast, snack, or toddler-friendly meal, they can be customized with your favorite toppings like everything bagel seasoning for savory or cinnamon sugar for sweet!
Why These Bagel Bites Are Perfect for Toddlers
When it comes to toddler snacks, us parents want something nutritious, easy to eat, and quick to make. These protein bagel bites check all the boxes:
- soft and toddler-friendly – the Greek yogurt dough creates a chewy but gentle texture that’s easy for little mouths to handle
- protein-packed – each bite delivers a boost of protein to help support growth, energy, and satiety
- customizable – add in cheese, seasonings, or finely grated veggies for extra flavor and nutrients without making things complicated
- quick and simple – with only a few pantry staples, these mini bagels are ready in under 20 minutes, perfect for busy mornings or after-school snacks!
- balanced option – pair them with fruit and a source of healthy fat (like nut butter) for a well-rounded toddler meal or snack
These protein bagel bites aren’t just fun to eat, they’re a balanced, homemade alternative to store-bought toddler snacks that keeps both parents and little ones happy!.Be sure to try my blueberry yogurt bagel bites and blender spinach protein muffins for another quick toddler-approved breakfast option !
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Ingredients For The Bagel Bites
- all-purpose flour (GF if needed)
- baking powder
- salt
- plain Greek yogurt (or plain dairy-free yogurt)
- egg (for coating)
- coating - everything bagel seasoning (can use salt-free option), cinnamon sugar, or Italian seasoning for pizza flavored
See recipe card for quantities.
How To Make Your Bagel Bites
- Step 1: Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and line the basket with parchment paper or lightly spray with oil. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in Greek yogurt and mix until a dough forms. (It will be sticky, lightly flour your hands if needed and if it's too sticky add a little more flour!)
- Step 2: Divide into two pieces and roll it out like a hotdog, then cut into about 1-inch long pieces. Or just pull out about 2 tablespoon of dough and roll into a ball shape or mini bagel! Brush each with the whisked egg. Sprinkle/roll with either everything bagel seasoning or cinnamon sugar.
- Step 3: Place bagel bites in a single layer, ensuring they don’t touch. Air fry at 350°F for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. You can also bake in the oven for 16-18 minutes.
- Step 4: Let them cool slightly before serving warm! Serve with cream cheese or Greek yogurt dip.
Hint
For fluffier bagel bites, let the dough rest for 5 minutes before shaping. This helps the baking powder activate, giving you a lighter texture! Make sure to use extra flour to help shape (yes, they will be a little messy).
Substitutions
- all-purpose flour → swap for gluten-free 1:1 flour or whole wheat flour or oat flour (texture may vary) *you can also use self-rising flour and omit the baking powder + salt
- Greek yogurt → use plain coconut or almond yogurt for a dairy-free version
- egg wash → omit or use a butter wash for a lighter coating and egg-free version
Variations
You can totally get creative on how you want to flavor these! Or just keep them plain for a basic version.
- garlic herb – add ½ teaspoon garlic powder and ½ teaspoon dried parsley to the dough
- cheesy – mix ¼ cup shredded cheese into the dough for extra flavor
- cinnamon sugar – can mix 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup into the dough, then coat with cinnamon + coconut/brown sugar for a lightly sweetened option
- stuffed bagel bites – add a glob of cream cheese in the middle of each bite and roll into a ball form!
Stuff the bagel bites with cream cheese for added fun + flavor!
Equipment
You'll need a mixing bowl and air fryer (or oven) to make these.
Storing Your Easy Protein Bagel Bites
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Freeze in a sealed bag for up to 3 months. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-5 minutes to crisp them up!
Tiff's Tip
Make a batch with both savory and sweet toppings like everything bagel seasoning, cinnamon sugar, or plain! This is a great way to add a little protein into your carb-loving toddler's diet.
FAQ
Yes! Bake them in the oven at 375°F for 15–18 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Absolutely. Just use a dairy-free Greek-style yogurt.
Yes! Let them cool completely, then freeze in an airtight container or bag for up to 3 months. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–5 minutes or until warmed through.
You can! Just swap in a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. The texture may be slightly different, but they’ll still bake up soft and fluffy. If wanting to use almond flour then I would double the amount of flour to yogurt ratio, but I haven't tested it yet!
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Easy Protein Bagel Bites
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free 1:1 flour if needed *¼ cup extra for rolling out
- 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 egg whisked (for coating)
Topping options:
- everything bagel seasoning for a savory option
- cinnamon sugar for a sweet option
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and line the basket with parchment paper or lightly spray with oil.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in Greek yogurt and mix until a dough forms. (It will be sticky—lightly flour your hands if needed!)
- Divide into two pieces and roll it out like a hotdog, then cut into about 1-inch long pieces. Or can just scoop or grab about 2 tablespoon of dough and roll into a ball.
- Brush each bagel bite with the whisked egg. Sprinkle with either everything bagel seasoning or cinnamon sugar. *if wanting a softer cinnamon sugar coating then toss in it after cooking!
- Place bagel bites in a single layer, ensuring they don’t touch. Air fry at 350°F for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let them cool slightly before serving warm!
chloe says
Love these as an easy breakfast option!! Will be making in my weekly rotation!
Chloe says
Love the Bagel bites! Super easy to make and very tasty.
toddlerdietitiantiff says
woohoo! we are big fans of them too!!!