Low Carb Keto Bagels (Super Fluffy!) (2024)

These low carb bagels are the answer to the “I can’t egg another egg” blues.

They open the doors to all sorts of drool-worthy low carb recipes: toast this low carb bread and enjoy it with cream cheese, turn it into a low carb breakfast sandwich, lox/red onions/capers, or even pizza bagels!

Very few almond flour recipes are this customizable! Let me show you!

Looking for more keto breakfast? Check out my keto biscuits, keto banana bread, or my keto egg muffins.

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What I Love About This Low Carb Bagel Recipe

This recipe is one of our family’s favorite ways to start the day. And…

  • It’s surprisingly easy! Literally 10 minutes of prep here.
  • It’s crazy customizable. Not just what you can do with the baked keto bagels, but also what you can do as far as toppings go. Make it sweet, cheesy, spicy, you name it! (Suggestions below)
  • It makes an awesome meal for breakfast lunch or dinner. With all the crazy ways you can top these bad boys, you’ll never get tired of them!

Keto Bagels Recipe Notes

As I mentioned, not much to these keto bagels! Although there are a few ingredients I should point out before getting started.

Ingredient Notes

Almond flour is the keto flour we’ll be using here, as it most closely resembles wheat flour in taste and texture. Opt for fine-grained almond flour for best results, such as Bob’s Red Mill or Trader Joe’s brand.

Psyllium Husk – Almond flour is significantly more dense than wheat flour, and needs an ingredient to add “fluff”, which is where psyllium husk comes in. Without it, these keto bagels would be dense blocks!

Psyllium husk is extremely fibrous and absorbs liquid, which is why we add so much water to this recipe.

I only recommend using NOW psyllium husk powder, as each brand absorbs liquids differently (and can make these keto bagels dense!), while other brands can add blue-ish purple tint.

Whey Protein Powder – This ingredient adds additional “fluff” to the keto bagels. Not all keto protein powders will do this the same, and this recipe has only been tested with ISO Pure Zero Carb.

Seasoning – You can use whatever you fancy here! I LOVE everything but the bagel (which is suuuper cheap at Trader Joes!).

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Tools to Make

Not much needed here! Just:

  • A bowl for mixing the ingredients together.
  • A pan to bake the bagels on.
  • Parchment paper for EASY cleanup.

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Storing Tips

Store leftover low carb bagels in the fridge in a resealable baggie. Slice in half and reheat them in your toaster oven or toaster for a crispy edge!

I love freezing these — just be sure to slice before freezing. You can quickly defrost your bagels in the microwave, then toast per usual.

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Serving Recommendations

Serve these bagels anyway you love to eat bagels! Some of our favorites include:

  • Toasted with cream cheese.
  • With your favorite keto egg salad, like this avocado egg salad.
  • Breakfast sandwiches with crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, tomato slices, and a fried egg.
  • Make keto pizzabagels!Use an unsliced bagel as you would any pizza crust — start with sauce, cheese, then all the toppings.

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Recipe Variations

Turn this low carb bagel into your favorite breakfast treat with just adjustments! Here are some ideas for you:

  • Turn them into a sweet treat with some erythritol and cinnamon (ala keto cinnamon rolls!) Top them with a sweet keto cream cheese frosting and you’re good to go!
  • Make asiago bagels by covering the top of them in asiago cheese before tossing them in the oven.
  • Add some blueberries and erythritol for blueberry bagels! (or make these keto blueberry muffins, YES!)

More Low Carb Breakfast Recipes

Loving all these breakfast bread recipes? Here are a few more I think you’ll LOVE!

  • Almond Flour Bread
  • Keto Pumpkin Bread
  • Keto Zucchini Bread
  • Keto Pumpkin Muffins
  • Keto Pancakes

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Servings :4 Bagels

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time45 minutes mins

Total Time55 minutes mins

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Ingredients

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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350° F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • Combine dry ingredients together in a large bowl.

  • Add the liquid and stir to combine. Set dough aside for 10 minutes as the liquid absorbs.

  • Use wet hands to form the dough into 4 balls, then roll each ball between your damp hands to smooth out the surface. Place each ball on the prepared baking sheet and slightly press on the top to form a disc -- this will ultimately be the shape of your bagel (it won't rise much), so make it as flat or keep it as tall as you would like. I run my hands under water between forming each bagel for the smoothest surface. Press your index finger all the way through the bagel in the center.

  • Sprinkle the top of your bagels with seasoning, then gently press to adhere.

  • Baking in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes.

  • Allow bagels to cool before slicing. Slice each in half, if the center needs to be cooked a little longer, you can place them back in the oven, or just toast them. Enjoy!

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Lindsey's Tips

  • Almond Flour. Using fine-grained almond flour will yield the most "flour-like" results. My favorite brands are Bob's Red Mill, Trader Joe's, or Costco brands.
  • Psyllium Husk. This recipe has ONLY been tested with NOW Psyllium Husk Powder. Some psyllium husk powders can turn baked goods into a blue-ish purple color, and they absorb liquids in varying amounts.
  • Nutritional informationis based on 1 bagel if you make 4 bagels using this recipe:

Nutrition

Calories: 197kcalTotal Carbohydrates: 12gProtein: 7gFat: 15gSodium: 583mgFiber: 8gSugar: 1gNet Carbs: 4g

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FAQs

Are low carb bagels really low-carb? ›

Our low carb NY Style Bagels are crafted with our high protein and fiber bagel flour, and free of processed sugars. They have just 2g net carbs per half bagel and an amazing texture that is every bit as good as a traditional bagel.

Why are my keto bagels flat? ›

Because almond flour has a high oil content, it causes a great deal of spreading during baking. This can mean that most keto bagels end up flat and shapeless. I find that coconut flour provides much more structure and holds up better. It also makes the bagels chewier, like the real thing.

Are Sola bagels really low-carb? ›

They are the ONLY low carb bagels that I've ever found that are worthy of the name bagel. I really thought I was throwing money away when I ordered them, but these are worth every penny. It felt like a real luxury. These had the bite, the mouthfeel of a real bagel, and the taste was really good.

What are the best bagels for weight loss? ›

The healthiest bagel is one made with whole grains. For a healthy bagel option, look for whole wheat or rye bagels. Sourdough bagels are also a healthy option, since sourdough bread varieties are more nutritious than white bread options.

How many carbs are in a keto bagel from Aldi? ›

Yes, another find for keto followers! They're from the same Aldi brand that makes the keto bread, have just two net carbs, will retail for $3.49. And guess what else? They're great!

Why are my bagels not fluffy? ›

6) For the bagel you want, tweak your boil time

The shorter boil means the crust has less opportunity to preset, which allows more rising, and thus a “fluffier” bagel. If you want a chewier bagel, both internally and externally, boil the bagels a little longer (90 seconds each side).

Why aren't my bagels fluffy? ›

Over proofed dough will lose its strength too early and cause the bagels to deflate either during the second rise or while cooking. To correct this, try to find a warm, — not hot — spot to rise your dough.

Why am I getting flabby on keto? ›

If a person does not consume enough fat on a keto diet, they may not feel full. This can lead to snacking and consuming more calories than a person needs, resulting in weight gain.

What bread has the lowest carbs? ›

6 Low-Carb Breads to Try
  • Base Culture Original Keto Bread. Flaxseed, arrowroot and almond flour, and almond butter give this bread its nutty, sweet flavor. ...
  • Ezekiel 4:9 Sprouted Whole Grain Bread. ...
  • Julian Bakery Keto Thin Bread. ...
  • Simple Mills Focaccia. ...
  • Unbun Unbread. ...
  • Outer Aisle Sandwich Thin. ...
  • Cloud Bread. ...
  • Almond Flour Bread.
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Which cream cheese for keto? ›

Keto practitioners often opt for plain, high-fat, and whipped cream cheese and avoid flavored or sweetened cream cheese products that contain sugar and additives.

Does toasting a bagel reduce carbs? ›

Toasting bread doesn't change its nutritional value, but it may decrease the glycemic index. Toasted bread calories aren't any fewer than untoasted bread calories. Toasting also doesn't affect carbohydrates or gluten; it may lower the glycemic index of bread, which is an advantage.

What cheese is not allowed on keto? ›

You can eat high fat foods like cheese on the Keto diet. Cheddar, Gouda, goat cheese, and blue cheese are the best to consider. Cheese to avoid on Keto are cottage cheese and low fat and processed varieties.

Is there a bread that is keto? ›

Sourdough is a traditional favorite, and thanks to the Great Low Carb Bread Co. you can now fit it in your keto plan. Each slice of this sourdough bread has 8 grams of carbohydrates, 7 grams of fiber, 3 grams of fat, and 7 grams of protein, making it perfectly balanced for a keto diet. And it's delicious, too.

Is cream cheese okay on keto? ›

Cream cheese: Cream cheese is very popular in the keto diet. At only 84 calories per 1 ounce serving, it has 1 gram of carbs and 2 grams of protein but packs 8 grams of fat per serving. It can be a keto-friendly snack or meal addition when more fat is needed.

How many carbs are low carb bagels? ›

SOLA Everything Bagels, Low Carb & Keto Friendly, 16g of Protein Per Bagel & 7g Net Carbs, Non-GMO, No Added Sugar, 12.4 OZ, (4 Bagels/Pack) (Pack of 2) Amazon's Choice highlights highly rated, well-priced products available to ship immediately.

Are low carb breads really keto? ›

Keto bread is a low carb bread that is made with keto-friendly ingredients like almond flour, coconut flour, psyllium husk, and eggs​​. These ingredients replace traditional bread ingredients that aren't conducive to a keto diet, like wheat and whole grains.

Are bagels lower carb than bread? ›

High in carbohydrates.

One bagel contains about 55 grams of carbohydrates, while two slices of white bread have about 30 grams. This means one bagel has almost as many carbohydrates as four slices of white bread. It's recommended that carbohydrates make up 45% to 65% of your total calories a day.

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