This keto bagel recipe makes perfect bread rolls every time! They have all the flavors of your favorite everything bagel except that they’re low-carb (3g net carbs) and gluten-free. These keto bagels are very easy to make at home.
If you love our keto bagels recipe, try our other low-carb baking recipes:
- Keto Starbucks – Lemon Loaf
- Keto Bread Recipe – New and Improved
- Ginger Bread Loaf
- Keto Cheese and Bacon rolls
This bagel recipe is a modified version of our Keto Pretzels and is topped with our Everything Seasoning.
Why You’ll Love These Keto Bagels
- Low in net carbs (only 3g per bagel)
- Gluten-free and grain-free
- Chewy texture similar to traditional bagels
- Versatile – great for sandwiches or as a snack
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
Ingredients
- Almond flour: The base of our low-carb dough
- Mozzarella cheese: Provides stretchiness and chewiness
- Cream cheese: Adds richness and helps bind ingredients
- Eggs: Act as a binder and provide structure
- Baking powder: Helps the bagels rise
- Yeast and inulin: Gives a traditional bagel flavor and texture
How to Make Keto Bagels
- Proof the yeast with warm water and inulin.
- Mix dry ingredients in a separate bowl.
- Melt mozzarella and cream cheese together.
- Combine all ingredients to form a dough.
- Shape into bagels and add toppings.
- Bake until golden brown.
Storing and Freezing
These keto bagels keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months. Simply thaw and toast when ready to eat.
Frequently Asked Questions
While the recipe traditionally uses mozzarella and cream cheese, you can experiment with dairy-free alternatives like vegan cheese and coconut cream.
Coconut flour can be used as an alternative, but you’ll need to adjust the liquid ratio as it’s more absorbent.
Absolutely! Make a batch on the weekend for quick and easy low-carb breakfasts throughout the week.
Keto Bagels
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Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons dried yeast
- 1 teaspoon inulin
- 2 tablespoons warm water
- 10 ounces mozzarella shredded
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 6 ounces almond flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon xanthan gum
- 3 large eggs one is for egg wash
- 2 tablespoons Everything Seasoning
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add the yeast, inulin and warm water and set aside to proof.2 teaspoons dried yeast, 1 teaspoon inulin, 2 tablespoons warm water
- Melt the mozzarella and butter until it’s completely melted. This can be done in the microwave or in a saucepan on the stove.10 ounces mozzarella, 2 tablespoons butter
- Once the yeast is foamy, add the almond flour, baking powder, and xanthan gum and mix well.6 ounces almond flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon xanthan gum
- Pour over the hot melted cheese mixture and mix into the almond flour mixture, when it’s about halfway mixed, add 2 of the eggs.3 large eggs
- Continue mixing until you have a slightly sticky dough. I highly recommend mixing the dough with gloved hands for the best results.
- Set the dough aside and prepare a large cookie sheet by lining with parchment paper. Set your oven to 180C/355F.
- Split your dough into 8 evenly sized pieces. Ours weighed out between 75-80g/2.6-2.8oz.
- Roll each piece of dough into a ball, then poke your finger through the middle to make an opening. To make the opening a wider, gently spin the dough around your finger like it’s a tiny hula hoop.
- Place your bagel on the lined cookie sheet and repeat step 8 for the remaining dough pieces.
- Crack the extra egg into a small bowl and beat well.3 large eggs
- Spread your Everything Seasoning on a plate, ready for dipping.2 tablespoons Everything Seasoning
- Gently brush each bagel with egg wash then press into your seasoning. Place it back on the cookie sheet and continue with the other bagel.
- Once all the bagels are seasoned, leave in a warm place for 15 minutes to proof.
- Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes, until browned.
- Remove from the oven and leave to cool for 10 minutes before enjoying.
Nutrition
Adjust the servings above to make a larger batch of this Keto Bagels recipe.
