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High Protein Morning Snack — close-up of golden, cream-cheese–stuffed bagel bites on a cooling rack; inspired by Everything But The Bagel Recipes and baked like little Baked Protein Bites with an option to make a Garlic Onion Protein Bagel flavor. Ideal for Snacks Ideas For Work or Protein Snack Ideas On The Go, great for High Protein Lunch Ideas For School, part of my Prime Protein Recipes lineup, and simple, satisfying High Protein Bites.

High Protein Morning Snack: Easy Bagel Bites to Start Your Day Strong

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  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 minutes
  • Total Time: 16 minutes
  • Yield: 10 bagel bites 1x
  • Category: Breakfast

Description

Tiny, protein-packed bagel puffs filled with a creamy dollop of cream cheese — ready in minutes and perfect for breakfasts, snacks, or lunchboxes.


Ingredients

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  • ⅔ cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 scoop (30 g) unflavored protein powder
  • A pinch of salt
  • ⅔ cup plain, unsweetened Greek yogurt
  • 10 teaspoons cream cheese (about 1 tsp per bite)
  • 1 egg, lightly whisked (optional — for brushing)
  • Everything But The Bagel seasoning, to finish


Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, protein powder, and salt until evenly combined.
  2. Add the Greek yogurt and stir until a tacky, cohesive dough forms. It should be sticky but workable.
  3. Lightly flour your work surface. Divide the dough into 10 even portions and roll each into a smooth ball.
  4. Flatten a piece in your palm, place about 1 teaspoon of cream cheese in the center, then pull the edges up and seal so the filling is enclosed. Roll gently to re-form a ball.
  5. If you like a shiny finish, brush each bite with the beaten egg; alternatively, use a quick spray of oil. Generously sprinkle Everything But The Bagel seasoning on top.
  6. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes.
  7. Arrange the bagel bites in the basket with a little space between them and cook for 5–6 minutes, or until they turn golden brown.
  8. Let them rest briefly so the filling cools a touch, then serve warm.

Notes

  • Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • To freeze: flash-freeze on a tray, transfer to a freezer bag, and store up to 3 months.
  • Reheat from frozen in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 4–5 minutes, or warm from the fridge in the air fryer for 2–3 minutes (timing varies by appliance).

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bagel bite
  • Calories: 95 kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg