These 3 Ingredient Air Fryer Bagels are soft, fluffy, and ready in under 20 minutes. Made with simple pantry staples and no yeast, they’re perfect for busy mornings, quick lunches, or healthy snacks. You can customize them with your favorite toppings—or even make them gluten-free or dairy-free.
If you love easy air fryer recipes, this one is a must-try.
Why You’ll Love These Air Fryer Bagels
- Quick and easy to make
- Only 3 main ingredients
- No yeast required
- Light, fluffy, and delicious
- Easy to customize with toppings
- Gluten-free option included
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Flour – All-purpose or gluten-free all-purpose flour
- Greek yogurt – Plain only (nonfat, low-fat, or full-fat all work)
- Baking powder – Optional, but recommended for extra fluffy bagels
- Salt – Enhances flavor
- Egg – Used for egg wash
- Everything bagel seasoning – Optional but highly recommended
Tip: If you’re out of Greek yogurt, cottage cheese works as a substitute.
How to Make Air Fryer Bagels
- In a medium bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add Greek yogurt and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead into a smooth ball.
- Divide dough into 4 equal pieces.
- Roll each piece into a 5–6 inch log and pinch the ends together to form a bagel shape.
- Brush the tops with egg wash and add desired toppings.
- Air fry at 350°F for 10–11 minutes, until golden and cooked through.
- Let bagels cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Recipe Tips
- Use plain Greek yogurt only—flavored yogurt will change the taste.
- Baking powder isn’t required, but it makes the bagels extra fluffy.
- Let the bagels cool before slicing; they continue cooking as they rest.
- Check bagels at the 8-minute mark since air fryers vary.
Bagel Topping Ideas
- Everything bagel seasoning
- Sesame seeds
- Poppy seeds
- Dried onion or garlic
- Asiago cheese
No Air Fryer? No Problem
You can bake these bagels in the oven instead.
Oven Instructions:
Place formed bagels on a lined baking sheet and bake at 375°F for 20–25 minutes on the top rack until golden.
Storage & Freezing
Refrigerator:
Store wrapped bagels in the fridge for up to 3–5 days. Reheat in the air fryer or toast.
Freezer:
Freeze cooled bagels individually wrapped for up to 30 days. Defrost in the microwave for 20 seconds, then slice and toast.
Make-Ahead Option
Prepare the dough up to 2 days in advance and store it covered in the refrigerator. Shape and air fry when ready.
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy these bagels with cream cheese, butter, or mashed avocado. Use them for breakfast sandwiches, pizza bagels, or as the base for chicken salad or chickpea salad sandwiches.