• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Recipe Index
  • FAQ
  • About
  • Cookbooks

All Day I Dream About Food

menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipe Index
  • FAQ
  • About
  • Cookbooks
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • RSS
    • Twitter
  • search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipe Index
    • FAQ
    • About
    • Cookbooks
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • RSS
    • Twitter
  • ×

    Home » Bread » Chewy Keto Bagels

    Published: Jun 12, 2018 · Modified: Jun 23, 2022 by Carolyn

    Chewy Keto Bagels

    This post may contain Amazon or other affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    33.2K shares
    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

    Chewy keto bagels do exist and they are delicious! This easy nut-free recipe takes only 5 ingredients and 40 minutes of your time. And with only 2.9g net carbs, they are perfect for a healthy keto breakfast.

    A chewy keto bagel on a white plate with a cup of coffee and a plate of bagels in the background.

    I couldn’t be more thrilled with these keto bagels and I think you will be too. They have the perfect chewiness of the conventional kind, with a mere fraction of the carbs.

    It took me quite a few attempts to get this recipe right, I will admit. I had to play around to get the perfect combination of cheese and keto flour. But once I did, I knew I had something pretty remarkable on my hands.

    They remind me of traditional Montreal style bagels…smaller and denser than the New York kind, but full of flavor and delightfully chewy. They toast really well, and with a schmear of cream cheese, you can truly enjoy bagels again.

    And just like my keto biscuits, they make great breakfast sandwiches too!

    A pile of keto bagels on a wooden cutting board.

    Why you need to try this recipe

    This keto bagel recipe is a little different from others you may have seen. For one thing, it’s made with coconut flour rather than almond flour, which means it’s completely nut-free.

    I have experimented quite a bit with fathead dough, which is typically made of cheese, almond flour, and eggs. 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. And they don’t taste like coconut at all!

    One reader says: “Chewy, rich, great texture, delicious! This dough was easier to work with than any other fat head dough I’ve tried.”

    Ingredients you need

    Top down image of keto bagel ingredients with labels.

    This post may contain Amazon or other affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    • Coconut flour: I created this recipe using coconut flour because I really think it gives them the ideal texture. Do not substitute with almond flour as the bagels will flatten and spread too much. For best results, weigh the flour out by grams.
    • Baking powder: Make sure your baking powder is not old or else your bagels will not rise and will be a bit flat.
    • Xanthan gum: There really is no substitution for this as it gives the bagels structure. Remember, a bag of xanthan gum will last for several years. You can find it in the gluten-free aisle of most grocery stores, or you can purchase it online.
    • Shredded mozzarella: Fathead dough is tricky, and some shredded mozzarella works better than others. I have had good luck with all sorts of brands like Whole Foods, Safeway, Trader Joe’s Organic, and Sargento. But for some reason, I have not had much success with Organic Valley. 
    • Eggs: Use large eggs for this keto bagel recipe. Extra large or jumbo eggs will make the dough too soft.
    • Butter: Brush the top of the bagels with melted butter. It adds great flavor, browns the bagels and gives the toppings something to adhere to.
    • Everything bagel toppings: Sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried minced onion and coarse salt make these taste like classic bagels. You can also purchase everything bagel seasoning that is premixed.

    Step by step directions

    Weighing the dry ingredients.

    1. Whisk the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the coconut flour, baking powder and xanthan gum. Make sure to break up any clumps in the coconut flour.

    Stirring the melted cheese.

    2. Melt the cheese: In a large microwave safe bowl, melt the cheese on high in 30 second increments until well melted and almost liquid. The exact time this takes varies with the power of your microwave. For me, it takes about three 30-second zaps.

    Combining the cheese, dry ingredients, and eggs.

    3. Add the flour mixture and eggs: Place the flour mixture over the melted cheese, then add the eggs. The flour will help protect the eggs from the heat of the cheese. Knead in the bowl using a rubber spatula.

    Kneading the dough.

    4. Turn out the dough: Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper and continue to knead the dough until cohesive. Cut the dough in half and cut each half into 4 equal portions so that you have 8 equal pieces of dough.  

    Rolling the dough into logs.

    5. Roll into logs: Roll each portion out on the mat to about 8 inches long. Then pinch the ends of the log together to form a circle.

    Sprinkling the bagels with everything seasoning.

    6. Add the seasoning: In a shallow dish, stir together the sesame seeds, poppyseed, dried onion and salt. Brush the top of each bagel with melted butter and dip firmly into the everything seasoning. You can also just sprinkle the seasoning on top.

    Three keto bagels with everything seasoning in a pile on a white background.

    7. Bake until golden: Bake the bagels at 350ºF until they have risen and are golden brown.

    Close up shot of a keto bagel cut open on a white plate.

    Expert Tips and FAQ

    Fathead dough is tricky, because so much depends on the right combination of shredded cheese and keto flour. So I have a few extra tips to help you get these keto bagels right. Be sure to watch the video in the recipe card for even more tips and tricks!

    If you don’t have a microwave, you can melt the cheese in a pan over very low heat on the stovetop. Remove the pan from heat before adding anything else and stir very quickly once you add the egg. Don’t let the pan get too hot or it will curdle the egg.

    If the bagels spread too much or turn out a bit flat, it usually means you didn’t have enough coconut flour to give them structure. I strongly recommend weighing the coconut flour for accuracy.

    The brand of shredded cheese can also be an issue, so it can take a bit of experimentation. Look under the ingredients section for the brands that have worked best for me.

    How long do keto bagels last?

    Store bagels in a resealable container at room temperature for up to 5 days. They tend to get quite firm when refrigerated, although you can warm them up gently to make them softer again.

    How many carbs are in a keto bagel?

    This keto bagel recipe has 5.5g of carbs and 2.6g of fiber per serving. That comes to 2.9g net carbs per bagel.

    What are keto bagels made of?

    This keto dough is made with mozzarella cheese, eggs, coconut flour, xanthum gum and baking powder. It produces a chewy and delicious bagel that tastes similar to regular bagels. And they toast well, too!

    A split keto bagel on a white plate with some cream cheese spread on it and a strawberry beside it.

    More fathead dough recipes to try

    Fathead dough is a game-changer for keto recipes, as it is so similar to real pizza dough. Here are a few other recipes you might enjoy:

    • We use it to make keto pizza crust frequently. The kids love cheese and pepperoni, but my husband and I really like to make Jalapeno Popper Pizza.
    • You can also use it to make fabulous keto cinnamon rolls! The dough is elastic enough to roll up nicely with a cinnamon filling.
    • I modified the dough to make this fun Keto Everything Bagel Bread. It’s fun to serve at parties or just make some to snack on at home.
    • Craving calzone? Fathead dough is perfect for that. I filled my Keto Calzone with a creamy mixture of spinach, artichokes, and cheese.

    Related recipes

    • Everything Bagel Cucumber Bites
    • Easy Keto Breadsticks
    • Keto Everything Bagel Scones
    • Keto Cinnamon Pretzel Bites
    A pile of keto bagels on a wooden cutting board.

    Keto Bagel Recipe

    Chewy keto bagels are here and they are delicious! This easy nut-free recipe takes only 5 ingredients and 40 minutes of your time. And with only 2.9g net carbs, they are perfect for a healthy keto breakfast.
    4.89 from 133 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: Bread
    Keyword: keto bagels, keto bagels recipe
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 190kcal

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup coconut flour (60g)
    • 2 teaspoon baking powder
    • ¾ teaspoon xanthan gum
    • 12 oz pre-shredded mozzarella
    • 2 large eggs

    Optional Topping for Everything Bagels

    • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
    • 1 teaspoon poppyseed
    • 1 teaspoon dried minced onion
    • ½ teaspoon coarse salt
    • 1 tablespoon butter melted
    US Customary – Metric

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350ºF and line a large baking sheet with a silicone liner. Lightly dust with coconut flour.
    • In a medium bowl, whisk together the coconut flour, baking powder, and xanthan gum. Set aside.
    • In a large microwave safe bowl, melt the cheese on high in 30 second increments until well melted and almost liquid. Stir in the flour mixture and the eggs and knead in the bowl using a rubber spatula.
    • Turn out onto the prepared baking sheet and continue to knead together until cohesive. Cut the dough in half and cut each half into 4 equal portions so that you have 8 equal pieces of dough.  
    • Roll each portion out into a log about 8 inches long. Pinch the ends of the log together. 
    • In a shallow dish, stir together the sesame seeds, poppyseed, dried onion, and salt. Brush the top of each bagel with melted butter and dip firmly into the everything seasoning. Set back on the silicone mat.
    • Bake 15 to 20 minutes, until the bagels have risen and are golden brown. 

    Video

    Notes

    Storage information

    Because fathead dough tends to lose elasticity as it cools, it’s best to store the bagels at room temperature. Place them in a covered container for up to 5 days. 
    If you do refrigerate or freeze them, warm them gently in the oven or microwave to make them softer again. 
    Nutrition Facts
    Keto Bagel Recipe
    Amount Per Serving (1 bagel)
    Calories 190 Calories from Fat 111
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 12.3g19%
    Carbohydrates 5.5g2%
    Fiber 2.6g10%
    Protein 12.1g24%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
    33.2K shares

    free email series

    Secrets to Keto Baking

    Tips and tricks to delicious and healthy recipes!


    Nutritional Disclaimer

    Please note that I am not a medical or nutritional professional. I am simply recounting and sharing my own experiences on this blog. Nothing I express here should be taken as medical advice and you should consult with your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program. I provide nutritional information for my recipes simply as a courtesy to my readers. It is calculated using MacGourmet software and I remove erythritol from the final carb count and net carb count, as it does not affect my own blood glucose levels. I do my best to be as accurate as possible but you should independently calculate nutritional information on your own before relying on them. I expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website.

    Reader Interactions

    We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.

    Comments

      Leave a Reply Cancel reply

      Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

      Recipe Rating




    1. Susan says

      May 31, 2022 at 5:29 pm

      I just came across this recipe while looking at alternate crusts for your Jalapeño Popper pizza. I’ve made keto bagels once, from another recipe, which used almond flour and cream cheese. They came out very good, but, BUT I really like the simplicity of your recipe, and will definitely try it the next time I want bagels. In my old age, simpler is better. I’m really glad you shared this recipe even when there are a lot of others out there.

      Reply
    2. Wendy says

      May 18, 2022 at 7:15 pm

      5 stars
      Woohoo! I was seriously doubting my abilities with bagel and bread recipes. I finally decided to check my oven temperature to see if it was preheating properly, and to the right temperature. To my relief AND dismay, it was not! Now that I have that figured out, I believe I have cracked the code on your coconut flour bagels in my house. I cannot wait to cut one of these open and enjoy it with something on top, or maybe just plain and warm and chewy! They look and smell AMAZING!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        May 18, 2022 at 8:58 pm

        Oh no! Mine can be tricky too, but I have a way of fooling it into heating up properly by turning on my broiler for a few minutes first.

        Reply
    3. Christine Piwowarczyk says

      May 06, 2022 at 10:24 am

      5 stars
      Just made these! They are truly amazing and so easy to put together! I actually baked them in the air fryer @ 350 for about 7 minutes!! Thank you Carolyn! I am so appreciative of all the hard work you put into your recipes!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        May 08, 2022 at 8:18 am

        Glad you enjoyed them!

        Reply
    4. Pam says

      May 04, 2022 at 11:19 am

      5 stars
      Chewy, rich, great texture, delicious! This dough was easier to work with than any other fat head dough I’ve tried. So easy! I had yummy bagels in less than 30 min total. I will make these again. I did not use pre shredded cheese, but still worked fine. Thanks for your work on this recipe!

      Reply
    5. Susan Pszenitzki says

      April 28, 2022 at 9:23 am

      Ok, I am hooked now. Even my Keto resistant hubby likes them. I will be making this recipe often. I have been making fathead dough often but have never used xanthan gum before and it really makes a different in the chewy goodness of these bagels. My bagels did not spread at all and that surprised me because other baked goods I have made with a fathead dough base always do. You are a genius.

      Reply
    6. dale slive says

      April 28, 2022 at 8:27 am

      5 stars
      just made these.. and… oh my goodness.. so delish… put butter on it just out of the oven and had one with cream cheese and lox this morning… so so good… can’t thank you enuf for creating all these healthy low carb recipes… i have switched out so many of my old recipes for yours…

      Reply
    7. ChirsK says

      April 26, 2022 at 5:35 pm

      5 stars
      Tried this yesterday very tasty.😋😋😋 I actually used whole milk low moisture mozzarella cheese grated it myself. My sister thinks this is the best low carb bagel recipe by far.

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        April 26, 2022 at 8:34 pm

        So glad to hear it!

        Reply
    8. Lynn says

      April 25, 2022 at 8:29 pm

      I want to make keto cranberry cinnamon rolls.
      It calls for using keto bagels dough.
      Could I leave off the everything toppings and cheese to make these.
      Thank you 😊.

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        April 26, 2022 at 6:46 am

        Hi Lynn, I think the recipe you are looking at, the cinnamon rolls, is my recipe. And this is the dough you are supposed to use (minus the everything bagel topping). But you do need the cheese, as it is a very critical part of fathead dough.

        Reply
    9. Debi says

      April 25, 2022 at 10:03 am

      I don’t have a microwave, can this be done on a stove top? If so, please advise best steps!
      thanks so much!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        April 25, 2022 at 12:18 pm

        Yes, just melt the cheese over very low heat in a pan. Then remove the pan from heat before adding anything else, and make sure to stir QUICKLY once you add the egg. Don’t let the pan get too hot or it will curdle your egg.

        Reply
    10. Marjorie Heard says

      April 14, 2022 at 4:17 pm

      Would making the bagels in a donut tray stop them from spreading. Is there some reason not to do this?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        April 14, 2022 at 9:06 pm

        Well, the metal surrounding the sides will brown them more. And they shouldn’t spread when done properly but it’s always a gamble with fathead dough.

        Reply
    11. J says

      April 09, 2022 at 11:42 am

      Can you omit the xantham gum?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        April 09, 2022 at 5:57 pm

        No… it helps give the bagels structure.

        Reply
    12. Faith says

      March 25, 2022 at 12:51 pm

      Quick Question…
      Can I omit the everything bagel seasoning and add blueberries?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        March 26, 2022 at 10:27 am

        I am not really sure, I’ve never tried. It will be a delicious experiment, though!

        Reply
    13. Melissa says

      March 24, 2022 at 6:55 pm

      5 stars
      These are amazing! My crew love them so much. I have to make them 2-3x per week! Partly because they wanted them bigger and I divide the recipe into 6 vs 8 (and increase the baking time).
      I’d like to try them with the organic Trader Joe’s mozzarella mentioned in the video, but the bags from Costco are working just fine until my next TJ’s run.

      Reply
    14. Sunjoy says

      March 21, 2022 at 10:36 am

      I loved the flavor of these, but mine flattened out as well (someone else commented this too). Any suggestions on what we can do differently, or where we went wrong Carolyn? Love love love your recipes!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        March 21, 2022 at 10:20 pm

        It’s usually a result of too little flour. Did you weigh it?

        Reply
        • Kim says

          April 28, 2022 at 9:59 pm

          Could these be made dairy free with dairy free cheese, or would they be too oily?

          Reply
          • Carolyn says

            April 29, 2022 at 7:06 am

            I really don’t think DF cheese allows for the elasticity that these need.

            Reply
    15. Judith Major says

      March 07, 2022 at 5:56 pm

      5 stars
      You are the best on the internet! Are you considering using Lupin flour in any shape and form in your baking? The best brand is the “lotus” Australian brand, not cheap—many thanks.

      Reply
    16. Ryan says

      March 03, 2022 at 12:46 pm

      These were delicious!
      But, mine flatted out while cooling, any thoughts as to why this may have happened?
      Thanks

      Reply
    17. Marla says

      February 27, 2022 at 12:22 pm

      Could I mix the Everything seasonings into the dough so it is throughout the bagel, instead of just as a topping?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        February 27, 2022 at 12:34 pm

        Sure!

        Reply
    18. J says

      February 08, 2022 at 8:22 pm

      Oh.My.Heavens!!! These are amazing ! You just gave me a shot in the arm to keep going with my lifestyle change with this recipe! I can see SO many uses for this dough. Thank you, thank you for taking the time to develop and share this ~ truly! Blessings ~

      Reply
      • Jessica says

        February 23, 2022 at 5:42 pm

        I have whole milk mozzarella on hand. Will that work just as well?

        Reply
        • Carolyn says

          February 23, 2022 at 7:54 pm

          Sadly, it’s going to make it much too oily.

          Reply
    « Older Comments

    Primary Sidebar

    FREE Secrets to Keto Baking

    Tips and tricks to delicious and healthy recipes!

    NEW E-COOKBOOK!
    The cover of Easy Dairy-Free Keto Desserts ebook.

    Carolyn Portrait

    Looking for the best low carb recipes? You’ve come to the right place! I’m Carolyn, a major carnivore and an unrepentant sweet tooth. Here you will find all you need to enjoy the low carb keto lifestyle to the fullest! Read more

    COPYRIGHT © 2022 · ALL DAY I DREAM ABOUT FOOD · DISCLOSURE POLICY · PRIVACY POLICY

    Copyright© 2022