Greek Yogurt Bagels (2 Ingredients)

Homemade bagels using just two ingredients? Yes! And this easy bagel recipe is not only delicious, it's also super fun to make.

"These are fantastic! Been putting them off for fear of them not tasting like 'real bagels.' Shame on me!:)"

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Jessica, One Happy Dish reader

I am constantly amazed at the magic a fermented food or two can do in the kitchen—and this 2-ingredient bagel recipe is a perfect example. All you'll need for this Greek yogurt bagel recipe is, you guessed it, some Greek yogurt as well as self rising flour.

Why you'll love these Greek yogurt bagels

As promised, only 2 ingredients are required to make these bagels (with no yeast or boiling required!) I love this particular bagel recipe because it's fun to make for all ages, and kids can help customize with their favorite toppings. Also, it's a great way to use up extra Greek yogurt you might have on hand. Hope you love it! ♥️

🌿 Ingredients

If you'd like to add any toppings, the only other thing you'll need besides the toppings is an egg (or use a little olive oil or water to make egg-free). My favorite topping is everything bagel seasoning, with sesame seeds or poppy seeds being close seconds.

If you're really ambitious, you can also make your own yogurt. (Just make sure to strain it using the instructions for making Greek yogurt.) 🙂

Gluten free option: To make this recipe gluten free, you'll need to buy gluten free self rising flour or make your own self rising flour using the gluten free option.

See recipe card below for exact quantities.

📝 Instructions

Step 1: Add your flour and yogurt to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2: Mix them together until a thick dough forms. If necessary, add a little extra yogurt and keep stirring.

Step 3: Dust a little flour on a clean surface and knead the dough with your hands for a few minutes before forming a ball. If necessary if the dough is not sticking together, add a little extra yogurt and continue to knead.

Step 4: Use a pastry cutter or knife to cut the dough into four even sections.

Step 5: Form each of the sections into a ball and then poke your thumb through the center of each to keep forming into bagels. Don't worry if they're not perfect!

Step 6: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place your bagels on the sheet.

Step 7: If you'd like to add toppings to your bagels, use a pastry brush to lightly coat each bagel with the egg wash.

Pro tip: If you don't have an egg on hand, you could also substitute olive oil or plain water.

Step 8: Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning or your other favorite seasonings over each bagel and bake in a 350°F oven for 22-24 minutes (gluten free bagels may need up to 5 extra minutes of baking time.)

Let bagels cool for 5 minutes on a wire rack before serving.

🎉 Top tip

Make sure you knead your dough for at least a few minutes. You may also want to let it sit at room temperature for up to 10 minutes before you start kneading if you have a little extra time. This will give the flour a chance to become fully hydrated, and may make the dough easier to work with as you knead and form your bagels.

🍲 Related recipes

If you're looking for other great recipes using yogurt, you have to try these cranberry orange muffins or this apple crisp with whipped yogurt. For another quick and easy dough recipe, try this simple homemade pizza dough. And for a delicious way to use your homemade bagels, try this lox bagel recipe with cream cheese (my favorite savory breakfast!) Or, serve avocado toast or avocado toast with egg on a bagel instead of toast. 🙂

Enjoy!

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