Description
Protein Jalapeño Bagels with Cheddar Cheese are the perfect way to spice up your breakfast routine! These bagels combine the richness of cheddar cheese with the zesty flavor of jalapeños, creating a delightful balance that’s both savory and satisfying. High in protein thanks to Greek yogurt and cheese, they make for an excellent meal prep option or a quick snack anytime. Whether enjoyed plain, topped with cream cheese, or as part of a hearty breakfast sandwich, these bagels are sure to impress.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 5¼ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ cup minced jalapeños
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (plus more for topping)
- 2 cups Greek yogurt
- 1 large egg (lightly beaten)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, minced jalapeños, and cheddar cheese.
- Add Greek yogurt to the dry mixture and stir until a dough forms; adjust texture with water or flour as needed.
- Divide the dough into eight pieces and shape each into a bagel by creating a hole in the center.
- Let the shaped bagels rest on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes.
- Brush with egg wash and top with extra cheese and jalapeño slices before baking for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg