If you love my air fryer protein bagels, get ready for the delicious upgrade you didn’t know you needed. these pizza protein bagel Mini pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, and Italian seasoning are baked directly into the dough, so there is no need for toppings.
Same two-ingredient yogurt dough base, same air fryer method, but now all the flavor of pepperoni pizza in every bite. Dip them in warm pizza sauce so you don’t eat all 4 of them.
It takes 5 minutes to prepare and 16 minutes to air fry. Perfect for meal prep, after-school snacks, or a delicious, high-protein breakfast that actually tastes exciting.
Why You’ll Love This Pizza Protein Bagel
- High in protein: Skyr yogurt packs protein into each bagel without the protein powder.
- Baked Pizza Flavors: Mini pepperoni, mozzarella, and Italian seasoning go into the dough, not just on top.
- 5 minutes to prepare: Mix, knead, shape and air fry. That’s it.
- Child Friendly: My kids devour this. It’s basically pizza in bagel form.
- Preparing to prepare meals: Make a batch on Sunday and reheat throughout the week.
main ingredients
- Plain skier yogurt: The basis of protein dough. I like Siggi’s or Painterland Sisters for their thick texture and high protein content. Plain nonfat Greek yogurt also works.
- Self-Rising Flour: Bagels contain yeast, so they rise without yeast. No rise time is required.
- Mini pepperoni: They are small enough to be evenly distributed throughout the dough. Regular pepperoni works too. Just cut it into small pieces.
- Finely chopped mozzarella: It melts into the batter to create an overall gooey pocket of cheese.
- Italian seasoning: Used both in the dough and on top to double the herbal flavor.
- Pizza Sauce: For dipping! Be sure to warm up for the full experience.
How to Make Pizza Protein Bagels
Step 1: Mix the dough
Preheat air fryer to 350°F. Combine yogurt, self-rising flour, mozzarella, mini pepperoni, Italian seasoning, and sea salt in a large bowl. Stir with a silicone or wooden spoon until well mixed, then press into a ball with your hands.
Step 2: Knead and Shape
Transfer to a floured work surface and knead until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle more flour as needed to prevent sticking. Divide into four pieces, roll each into 5-inch logs, then bring the ends together and pinch to shape into bagels.
Step 3: Egg wash and seasoning
Brush the top and bottom of each bagel with beaten egg and sprinkle with additional Italian seasoning.
Step 4: Air fryer
Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper. Add the bagels (depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need 2 batches). Air fry for 8 minutes, then flip and cook for another 8 minutes until golden brown.
Step 5: Cool and serve
Let the bagel cool for 5 minutes and serve with warm pizza sauce. Fair warning – these disappear quickly.
Tips and Variations
- Cheese Swap: Use shredded Parmesan cheese instead of mozzarella, or mix the two for extra flavor.
- Greek yogurt: Plain nonfat Greek yogurt can be used in place of skyr. Avoid scented varieties.
- Oven method: Do you have an air fryer? Bake at 375°F on a parchment-lined baking sheet, turning halfway through, 20 to 22 minutes.
- Prepare in advance: Shape into bagels, place on a tray lined with parchment paper, refrigerate for up to 24 hours, then air fry. Add 1 to 2 minutes to cooking time.
- save: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 300°F for 3 to 4 minutes to make them crispy again.
- Additional toppings: For a fun twist, sprinkle all the bagel seasoning on top along with some Italian seasoning.
FAQ
Can I use regular flour instead of self-rising?
yes! Add 1½ teaspoons baking powder and ¼ teaspoon salt per cup of all-purpose flour. Do not add sea salt to the recipe.
How much protein is in a bagel?
Each Pizza Protein Bagel contains approximately 14-16 grams of protein thanks to sky yogurt, mozzarella, and pepperoni. The exact amount depends on the yogurt brand.
Can I freeze this?
entirely! Let bagels cool completely, then freeze in a single layer and place in freezer bags. Place directly from frozen into the air fryer and reheat at 325°F for 5 to 6 minutes.
More Protein Bagel Recipes
Preheat air fryer to 350°F.
Combine yogurt, flour, mozzarella cheese, mini pepperoni, Italian seasoning, and sea salt in a large bowl. Using a silicone or wooden spoon, stir until well combined. Then use your hands to press them together until a ball forms.
Transfer the dough to a floured work surface. Knead together until smooth, about 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle more flour on top as needed to keep the dough from being too sticky.
Divide the dough into 4 equal parts. Roll each piece into a 5-inch log, then bring the ends together and pinch to form a smooth circle.
Brush the top and bottom of each bagel with egg wash and sprinkle with additional Italian seasoning.
Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper and add the bagels. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to do this in two batches.
Air fry for 8 minutes, then flip the bagels and cook for an additional 8 minutes or until golden brown.
Remove from the air fryer and let the bagels cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with warm pizza sauce for dipping.
- Parmesan Cheese: Swap out the mozzarella cheese for shredded Parmesan cheese or mix the two for extra flavor.
- Greek yogurt: Plain nonfat Greek yogurt can be used in place of skyr. Avoid scented varieties.
- Prepare in advance: Shaped bagels can be refrigerated on a parchment-lined tray for up to 24 hours and then air-fried. Add 1 to 2 minutes to cooking time.
- Oven method: If you don’t have an air fryer, bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet at 375°F for 20 to 22 minutes, turning halfway through.
- save: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Place in air fryer and reheat at 300°F for 3 to 4 minutes.
clothing material: 1 g, calorie: 220 calorie, carbohydrate: 26 g, protein: 14 g, province: 6 g, fiber: 1 g, sugar: 2 g
Nutritional information is automatically calculated and should only be used as estimates.
