2-Ingredient Yogurt Bagels (Printable)

Easy homemade bagels using yogurt and self-rising flour for a soft, chewy texture in under 35 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
02 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

→ Toppings

03 - 1 egg, beaten
04 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine self-rising flour and Greek yogurt. Mix with a spatula until a shaggy dough forms.
03 - Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 2 to 3 minutes until smooth and elastic.
04 - Divide dough into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then shape into a rope about 8 inches long. Join the ends to form a bagel shape, pinching to seal.
05 - Place bagels on prepared baking sheet. Brush tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning if desired.
06 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
07 - Cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • They come together in under 40 minutes total, which means fresh bagels before your coffee gets cold.
  • With just yogurt and flour, you probably already have everything sitting in your kitchen right now.
02 -
  • Don't skip the kneading step—it only takes a few minutes, but it makes the difference between dense bagels and light, chewy ones that actually stretch when you bite them.
  • If your dough feels sticky, it means the yogurt you used was very wet; just dust in a little more flour gradually until it feels right.
03 -
  • Use full-fat Greek yogurt if you can find it—the extra richness creates a more tender bagel, though low-fat will still deliver excellent results.
  • Don't be tempted to skip the egg wash; it creates that beautiful bakery-style shine and helps toppings stick, making them look and taste more impressive.
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