High Protein Sundried Tomato & Cheddar Bagels
These High Protein Sundried Tomato & Cheddar Bagels are the best homemade protein bagels you’ll ever make — ready in just 20 minutes with a simple 5-ingredient dough. Each bagel packs 28 grams of protein and will make you forget store-bought bagels exist.
Sundried Tomato Bagel Recipe
Okay, real talk — I was really craving bagels. Like, really craving them. The kind of craving where you start doing mental math on whether a plain everything bagel with cream cheese “counts” as a high protein breakfast (spoiler: it does not).
Instead of caving, I did what any reasonable person would do and turned the craving into a whole recipe. Enter: these sundried tomato and cheddar protein bagels.
They’re chewy, flavourful, satisfying, and honestly? Way better than anything I was going to grab from the store.
Bagel craving = handled. Protein goals = also handled. You’re welcome.
If you like high protein breakfasts you may also want to try my Original Easy High Protein Everything Bagel Recipe or my Easy 3 Ingredient Protein Waffles Recipe.
What Are Protein Bagels?
Protein bagels are bagels made with high-protein ingredients in place of traditional white flour. In this recipe, the key players are Greek yogurt, gluten-free flour, and protein powder — a combination that packs serious protein while keeping the carb count lower than a classic bagel.
This makes them a great option if you’re:
- Watching your carb intake
- Trying to hit higher protein goals
- Looking for a satisfying breakfast that won’t leave you hungry by 10am
Benefits of High Protein Bagels
1. High in protein. Protein is essential for muscle repair, healthy skin, and keeping you satisfied. Each of these bagels has 28 grams of protein — more than most protein bars.
2. Lower in carbs than traditional bagels. Traditional bagels can spike your blood sugar fast. The Greek yogurt base in this recipe gives a steadier energy release, so you stay full and focused longer.
3. Easy to make and customize. No special equipment, no complicated steps — just a bowl, your hands, and an air fryer (or oven). You can mix and match toppings and flavors endlessly.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s what goes into these gluten-free protein bagels (exact measurements are in the recipe card below):
- Gluten-free all-purpose flour — you can also use whole wheat flour, regular all-purpose flour, or self-rising flour (omit baking powder if using self-rising). Do not substitute coconut flour — it won’t work in this recipe.
- Baking powder
- Multi-purpose protein powder — PEScience Multi-Purpose Protein works great here, or use any unflavored protein powder. Use code BAILEY at checkout to save on PEScience products.
- Sea salt and black pepper
- Italian seasoning
- Plain Greek yogurt — the base of the dough; adds protein and keeps the bagels moist
- Sundried tomatoes — chopped; adds a chewy, tangy flavour
- Shredded cheddar cheese — or any cheese you love
How to Make High Protein Sundried Tomato Bagel Recipe
Step 1: Make the dough. In a large bowl, mix together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, protein powder, salt and pepper, and Italian seasoning. Add the Greek yogurt and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
Step 2: Add the mix-ins. Fold in the chopped sundried tomatoes and shredded cheddar cheese until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Step 3: Shape the bagels. Divide the dough into 2 equal pieces. On a lightly floured surface, roll each piece into a smooth dough ball, then roll it into a rope. Pinch the ends together to form a bagel ring. Press them gently to make sure they hold their shape. If you’d like, press a little extra cheese and sundried tomatoes on top.
Step 4: Air fry. Preheat your air fryer at 350°F for 5 minutes. Spray the bagels with non-stick spray or a light coating of olive oil, then air fry for 8 minutes. Flip and cook for another 2–3 minutes, until golden brown on the outside.
Step 5: Serve. Enjoy warm with your favourite toppings — cream cheese, avocado, smoked salmon, or just butter. They’re great any way you slice them.
Can I Bake These in the Oven Instead?
Absolutely. If you don’t have an air fryer, preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Follow all the same steps to make and shape the dough, then bake for 20–25 minutes until cooked through. To get a crispier crust, turn the oven up to 500°F for the last 1–2 minutes, or pop them in the toaster after baking.
How to Store Protein Bagels
These bagels store really well, making them perfect for meal prep.
Refrigerator: Allow the bagels to cool completely, then wrap each one individually in plastic wrap or foil. Store in an airtight container or resealable bag for up to 5 days. Label them with the date so you don’t lose track.
Freezer: Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and place in a freezer-safe bag. They’ll keep for up to 3 months. To eat, thaw at room temperature or pop straight into the toaster from frozen.
High Protein Sundried Tomato & Cheddar Bagels
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup gluten free all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 scoop PEScience Multi Purpose Protein Powder 30g protein - use code BAILEY at checkout to save $$ on all their products
- salt + pepper
- ½ tsp italian seasoning
- ⅔ cup plain greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp sundried tomatoes chopped
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the gluten-free all purpose flour, baking powder, multi-purpose protein powder, salt & pepper, and Italian seasoning until well combined. Add in the greek yogurt and stir until bagel dough forms.
- Add chopped sundried tomatoes and shredded cheese to the bagel dough and mix it in. Divide the dough into 2 equal pieces and shape each piece into a smooth dough ball on a lightly floured work surface.
- Roll each ball of dough until it becomes a rope, making it as smooth and even as possible. Pinch the ends together to form a circular shape, creating a bagel shape. You can add additional cheddar and tomatoes to the tops of the bagels if you desire.
- Preheat air fryer for 5 minutes at 350 degrees F. Then spray the greek yogurt bagels with non-stick spray or olive oil and air fry for 8 minutes.
- Flip them over and air fry for another 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve warm with toppings of your choice.
Nutrition
The nutrition information provided is calculated based on industry-standard software and should be used as a general guide only. The information may vary depending on ingredient substitutions, cooking techniques, and individual serving sizes. It is the responsibility of the reader to ensure the accuracy and appropriateness of the nutritional information provided. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for personalized medical or nutritional advice.
9 Protein Bagel Flavour Variations to Try
One of the best things about this base recipe is how versatile it is. Here are some fun flavour ideas:
- Plain — brushed with egg wash for a golden, classic finish
- Everything Bagel — topped with poppy seeds, sesame seeds, dried garlic, dried onion, and salt
- Cinnamon Raisin — sweet cinnamon and brown sugar flavour with juicy raisins mixed in
- Blueberry — fresh or dried blueberries folded into the dough
- Asiago Cheese — chunks of Asiago baked right in
- Jalapeño Cheddar — diced jalapeños and shredded cheddar for a spicy kick
- Garlic — fresh minced garlic worked into the dough
- Chocolate Chip — mini chocolate chips in the dough, great with swirled peanut butter
- Onion & Bacon — minced onion and bacon bits for a savoury, hearty bagel
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Hi, I wondered how I would have to alter this recipe in order to leave out the protein powder. I can’t use it but this recipe looks soooo good. Thank you