Chewy Keto Cheese Bagels
Equipment
- Large microwave-safe bowl (alternatively use double boiler)
- Rubber spatula
- Stand mixer with paddle attachment or mixing bowl and hand mixer
- Cooling rack
- Parchment-lined baking tray
- 1 cup measuring cup (for shaping bagels)
- Optional: Kitchen scale (for more precise bagel amping)
Ingredients
Dry & Binders
- 1½ cups blanched almond flour use in keto bagels almond flour substitutions
- ¼ cup coconut flour optional for structure
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
Cheese & Egg Base
- 1½ cups shredded Mozzarella chees
- ¾ cup cream cheese softened
- 2 large eggs see FAQs for egg bagel recipe guidance
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
Topping – Everything Bagel Blend
- 1 tbsp black sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp white sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds
- 1 tsp dried minced onion
- 1 tsp dried minced garlic
Optional: pinch of coarse sea salt
Instructions
Preheat & Prep
- Preheat oven to 200 °C (400 °F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In bowl, whisk together almond flour, coconut flour (if using), baking powder, garlic powder, and salt. This forms your low carb bagels foundation.
Melt Cheeses
- Combine shredded Mozzarella and cream cheese in microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth. Alternatively, melt in a double boiler over simmering water.
Combine & Knead
- Add the melted cheese mixture to the dry ingredients. Add eggs and vinegar. Use stand mixer on low with paddle attachment, or fold and knead gently by hand until a sticky but moldable dough forms. This is a classic chewy low carb keto bagels recipe dough.
Shape Bagels
- Generously coat hands with water (to prevent sticking). Divide dough into 6 equal parts. Roll each into ropes, form bagel shape by connecting ends. Alternatively, use a 1 cup measuring cup to shape even rounds with a central hole.
Add Topping
- Brush bagels lightly with water or beaten egg. Dip the tops into the everything mixture to adhere.
Bake
- Place bagels on parchment tray and bake for 18–20 minutes until golden brown and set. Turn halfway for even crispiness.
Cool
- Let bagels cool on a rack at least 10 minutes before slicing. Cooling ensures they maintain their chewy texture.