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Low Carb Bagel Recipe (Chewy, Satisfying, and Built Without Flour)
Isla Marie

Low Carb Bagel Recipe

Chewy, satisfying low carb bagels made with almond flour and cheese for structure. Designed to slice and toast well without flour or sugar.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ cups finely ground almond flour
  • 1½ cups low-moisture shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Optional toppings: sesame seeds poppy seeds, everything seasoning

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step 1. Preheat the Oven
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2. Melt the Cheese
  1. Place mozzarella and cream cheese in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring until fully melted and smooth.
Step 3. Make the Dough
  1. Add almond flour, baking powder, salt, and eggs to the melted cheese. Mix until a cohesive dough forms.
Step 4. Rest the Dough
  1. Let the dough rest for 2–3 minutes to firm slightly for easier handling.
Step 5. Shape the Bagels
  1. Divide dough into equal portions. Roll each into a log and connect the ends to form bagel shapes.
Step 6. Add Toppings
  1. Sprinkle toppings on each bagel and press lightly so they stick.
Step 7. Bake
  1. Bake for 18–22 minutes until lightly golden and set.
Step 8. Cool Before Slicing
  1. Allow bagels to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing.

Video

Notes

  • Use fine almond flour, not almond meal.
  • Do not overheat the cheese or the dough will become greasy.
  • Toasting improves texture significantly.
  • Bagels firm up as they cool.