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Air Fryer Jalapeno and Cheddar Bagels with a crispy crust and spicy jalapenos

Air Fryer Jalapeño Cheddar Bagels (4 Ingredients, 15 Min)

4.67 from 12 votes
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 17 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Description

Easy Air Fryer Jalapeño and Cheddar Bagels made with just 4 simple ingredients in 15 minutes. No yeast, no boiling — soft, cheesy, spicy, and packed with 13g of protein per bagel.

Ingredients 

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, thick, strained — Fage or Stonyfield
  • 1 cup self-rising flour, plus more for dusting
  • ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded and divided (⅓ cup for dough, 2 tbsp for topping)
  • 1 large jalapeño, diced (reserve a few slices for topping)
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash — optional but recommended)
  • 1/4 teaspoon of salt, optional

Instructions

  • Mix the dough. In a medium bowl, stir together Greek yogurt and self-rising flour with a spatula until a shaggy dough forms.
  • Add mix-ins. Fold in the diced jalapeño and ⅓ cup of shredded cheddar until evenly distributed. Don't overmix.
  • Knead lightly. Turn dough out onto a floured surface and knead 3–4 times until smooth.
  • Shape. Divide dough into 4 equal pieces. Roll each into an 8-inch rope, bring the ends together, and pinch to seal into a ring.
  • Top. Brush bagels with beaten egg wash. Press the reserved cheddar and a few jalapeño slices onto the tops.
  • Air fry. Spray air fryer basket generously with cooking spray or line with perforated parchment. Place bagels in a single layer with space between them. Air fry at 325°F for 12–14 minutes, until tops are golden brown and cheese is bubbly. Internal temp should read 200°F.
  • Rest. Let bagels rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing — this is essential for the texture to set.
  • Serve. Enjoy warm, plain or with your favorite spread.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Cooking Spray
  • Parchment Paper, optional

Notes

Notes

  • Egg wash: Whisk 1 egg with 1 tablespoon water for easier brushing.
  • Self-rising flour substitute: 1 cup all-purpose flour + 1½ tsp baking powder + ¼ tsp salt.
  • Spice level: Remove seeds and ribs from jalapeño for mild; leave them in for hot.
  • Storage: Airtight container, room temp for 2 days, fridge for 5 days, freezer for 3 months.
  • Mini bagels: Divide into 6 pieces and reduce air fry time by 2–3 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 14gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 63mgSodium: 274mgPotassium: 139mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 249IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 168mgIron: 1mg