Description
These Low Carb Keto Zucchini Bagels are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional bagels, perfect for those following a ketogenic or low-carb diet. Made with almond flour, mozzarella, and shredded zucchini, they are soft, flavorful, and easy to make. Topped with your favorite bagel seasonings, these bagels are great for breakfast, snacks, or sandwiches.
Ingredients
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Bagel Dough
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 1/4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp cream cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1/4 tsp onion powder (optional)
- 1 cup shredded zucchini, squeezed dry
Toppings (Optional)
- Everything bagel seasoning
- Sesame seeds
- Poppy seeds
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Prepare Zucchini: Shred the zucchini finely and then squeeze out as much moisture as possible using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth. This step is crucial to avoid soggy bagels.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini, almond flour, baking powder, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well to evenly distribute the spices and leavening agent.
- Melt Cheeses: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the shredded mozzarella and cream cheese together in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Add the melted cheese mixture and the egg into the zucchini and almond flour mixture. Stir thoroughly until a dough forms.
- Shape Bagels: Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into a round bagel shape with a hole in the center. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
- Apply Toppings: Brush the tops with a little beaten egg for gloss and to help toppings stick. Sprinkle with your choice of everything bagel seasoning, sesame seeds, or poppy seeds.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the bagels are golden brown and firm to the touch.
Notes
- Ensure the zucchini is thoroughly squeezed to remove excess moisture; otherwise, the bagels may become soggy.
- You can substitute mozzarella with a low-moisture shredded cheese to reduce moisture further.
- If you want a crispier crust, bake a few extra minutes but watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Store leftover bagels in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Reheat by toasting or warming in the oven to restore texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: keto bagels, low carb zucchini bagels, keto breakfast, gluten free bagels, almond flour bagels
