These Bagel Ideas Are Too Good to Pass Up

Bagels are the perfect blank canvas for endless flavor combinations. Whether you keep it simple with classic cream cheese or go all in with creative toppings, there’s no wrong way to enjoy them. Learn how to make your own bagels and make the popular 'everything bagel seasoning'. These bagel ideas will take your breakfast, lunch, or snack game to the next level.

Everything Bagel Seasoning

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This easy blend of seeds, garlic, and onion brings big flavor with only 5 minutes of prep. Add homemade everything bagel seasoning to salad, bagels, avocado toast, or roasted vegetables.

Get the recipe: Everything Bagel Seasoning

Low Carb Bagels

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These low-carb bagels fit in with a gluten-free lifestyle, swapping in almond flour in place of all-purpose wheat flour. Only five ingredients!

Get the recipe: Low Carb Bagels

Bagel Grilled Cheese

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Skip the bread and go for a crispy everything bagel in this cheesy sandwich. Perfect for breakfast or lunch!

Get the recipe: Bagel Grilled Cheese

Air Fryer Parmesan Garlic Bagel Croutons

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Air fryer bagel croutons are about to become your new favorite salad topper. These crispy bites bring Parmesan and garlic together for a simple, delicious crunch that transforms any basic salad.

Get the recipe: Air Fryer Parmesan Garlic Bagel Croutons

Avocado Bagel Sandwich

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Start your day right with the Avocado Bagel Sandwich. Stuff a toasted bagel with feta, yogurt sriracha sauce, fresh tomato, creamy avocado, and crisp spinach.

Get the recipe: Avocado Bagel Sandwich

Vegan Bagel Recipe

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These Homemade Bagels strike the perfect balance between fluffy and chewy, offering a satisfying blend of sweet and salty flavors. Made with basic ingredients, these vegan bagels are perfect for a weekend brunch

Get the recipe: Vegan Bagel Recipe

Everything Seasoning Hummus

Hummus in a bowl topped with everything bagel seasoning with crackers and chickpeas beside it. — Image Credit: Savory Experiments

When two great recipes come together, this is what you get—everything bagel hummus. Savory and delicious, this easy recipe is great for dipping or as a sandwich spread.

Get the recipe: Everything Seasoning Hummus

High Protein Bagels with Cottage Cheese

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Want more protein for breakfast but in the most delicious way possible? Try these high-protein bagels. Cottage cheese is the secret ingredient to adding more protein to your homemade bagels while keeping them tender and chewy!

Get the recipe: Protein Bagels