If you’ve been missing the chewy, satisfying texture of a real bagel on your low carb lifestyle, you’re going to fall in love with these Keto Bagels in 30 Minutes. They’re thick, golden, perfectly chewy, and incredibly easy to make with just five simple low-carb ingredients. Whether you enjoy them toasted for breakfast, layered into a lunch sandwich, or topped with cream cheese and smoked salmon, these bagels deliver classic bagel comfort without the carbs.
What makes these keto bagels so impressive is the dough itself. Made from a mozzarella-based mixture known as fathead dough, it creates a structure that mimics traditional baked goods better than any other low carb dough. The result? Bagels that feel authentic , dense, chewy, and sturdy enough to hold all your favorite toppings.
And the best part? They come together in just 30 minutes, making them one of the quickest satisfying keto bread substitutes you can make.
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Why You’ll Love These Keto Bagels
There are endless reasons these bagels have become a staple in low carb kitchens, but here are the highlights:
✔ Chewy and realistic
Thanks to melted mozzarella and cream cheese, the dough becomes thick, elastic, and incredibly close to a traditional bakery bagel.
✔ Only 5g net carbs each
You get all the satisfaction of a bagel without blowing your daily carb budget.
✔ Uses basic keto ingredients
Almond flour or coconut flour, cheese, eggs, and baking powder , that’s it.
✔ Ready fast
No rising time. No yeast. No complicated steps. Just mix, shape, and bake.
✔ Works for sweet or savory bagels
Add everything seasoning, sesame seeds, cinnamon sweetener, blueberries , anything you like.
These bagels are delicious fresh out of the oven, but they’re also fantastic toasted the next day and freeze beautifully for easy keto meal prep.
Ingredients for Keto Bagels
You can make these bagels using almond flour or coconut flour. Both work beautifully but produce slightly different textures.
Almond Flour Version
- Almond flour
- Baking powder
- Eggs
- Shredded low-moisture mozzarella
- Cream cheese
Coconut Flour Version
- Coconut flour
- Baking powder
- Eggs
- Shredded mozzarella
- Cream cheese
Optional Toppings
- Everything bagel seasoning
- Sesame seeds
- Poppy seeds
- Cinnamon “sugar” (keto sweetener + cinnamon)
Choose whichever flour matches your diet or texture preference , almond flour creates a dense, super-chewy bagel, while coconut flour creates a lighter, softer version.
How to Make Keto Bagels in 30 Minutes
Making these bagels is easier than making traditional bread, and almost impossible to mess up once you know how the dough behaves.
1. Preheat the oven
Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix the dry ingredients
In a food processor, blend flour and baking powder until combined. If making the dough by hand, whisk them together in a bowl.
3. Add the eggs
Pulse or mix until the mixture turns into a thick batter-like consistency. Set this aside.
4. Melt the cheeses
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine shredded mozzarella and cream cheese. Microwave for about 2 minutes, stirring halfway. The mixture should be melted, smooth, and stretchy.
(You can also melt the cheese in a double boiler if you prefer not using a microwave.)
5. Combine cheese mixture with flour mixture
Transfer the warm cheese into the food processor and pulse until the dough is fully uniform with no streaks.
Tip: Work quickly , fathead dough mixes best while hot.
If kneading by hand, mix and squeeze aggressively until everything comes together smoothly.
6. Shape the bagels
Divide the dough into 6 equal portions. Roll each portion into a log, then connect the ends to form a bagel shape. Place onto your baking sheet.
7. Add toppings (optional)
Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray so seeds stick, then sprinkle and press in your seasoning.
8. Bake
Bake for 15 minutes or until the bagels are golden brown and firm.
Allow them to cool for at least 15 minutes , this helps set the chewy structure inside.
Tips for Perfect Keto Bagels
- Chill sticky dough for 20–30 minutes if it’s too soft to shape.
- Use a food processor for the fluffiest, tallest bagels.
- Don’t skip the cooling step , they firm up as they cool.
- Tent with foil if browning too fast but still doughy inside.
- Fresh baking powder is key for good rise.
Once you’ve mastered fathead dough, you can use it in countless keto bread substitutes.
Variations to Try
These bagels are easy to customize:
Savory Ideas
- Everything bagel seasoning
- Garlic + dried onion flakes
- Jalapeño + cheddar
- Poppy seeds
Sweet Ideas
- Cinnamon sweetener
- Keto “blueberry” bagels (with sugar-free dried blueberries)
- Vanilla + sweetener
For each variation, be aware that adding sweeteners makes the dough slightly stickier , chilling helps.
How to Serve Keto Bagels
These bagels are incredibly versatile and can be enjoyed in all the classic ways:
- Toasted with cream cheese
- Breakfast sandwiches with eggs
- Bagel & lox with smoked salmon, red onion, cucumber, and capers
- Lunch sandwiches with turkey, chicken salad, or tuna
- Sweet bagel with butter, nut butter, or sugar-free jam
They toast beautifully , in fact, they taste even better toasted.
Nutrition Facts (Per Bagel)
Approximate values:
| Nutrient | Amount |
| Calories | 360 |
| Fat | 28g |
| Protein | 21g |
| Total Carbs | 8g |
| Fiber | 3g |
| Net Carbs | 5g |
Final Thoughts
These Keto Bagels in 30 Minutes prove that eating low carb doesn’t mean giving up your favorite breads. With their golden crust, chewy center, and endless customization options, these bagels belong in every keto kitchen. Meal-prep them, freeze them, toast them, stack them into sandwiches, they will quickly become a weekly favorite.