Low-Carb Keto Bagels (Fathead Dough)

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    25 mins

  • Servings

    8 Bagels

  • Calories

    318 kcal

  • Course

    Breakfast

  • Cuisine

    American

Low-Carb Keto Bagels (Fathead Dough)

These Low-Carb Keto Bagels use a fathead dough made from mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, almond flour, and eggs, producing a bagel with a chewy, dense texture. The recipe includes an optional everything seasoning topping for extra flavor. The dough is shaped by hand into doughnut shapes and baked until lightly browned, with an option to broil briefly for a crispier surface. This recipe is useful for those following low-carb or keto diets who want a bread alternative without traditional flour.

Description

Low-Carb Keto Bagels (Fathead Dough) combine shredded mozzarella and cream cheese melted together to form a stretchy, pliable dough when mixed with almond flour, eggs, and baking powder. Shaping the dough by hand ensures the characteristic bagel ring form. Baking at 350°F sets the bagels, while a brief broil can add a browned crust. These bagels have a rich, cheesy base that lends a unique texture and flavor compared to grain-based bagels. They hold up well to various toppings or can be enjoyed plain.

The method calls for reheating the dough if sticky, ensuring easier handling, and includes the use of everything seasoning for a savory crust. The dough’s richness allows it to be quite filling, suitable for keto or low-carb diets. Serving ideas might include slicing them for sandwiches or spreading cream cheese as a breakfast option.

The recipe allows flexibility in toppings and suggests kneading the dough if needed to reduce stickiness for easier shaping. The cheese-based dough provides a good alternative for those avoiding gluten or grains.

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Ingredients

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  • 3 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 2 oz cream cheese
  • 1 3/4 cups almond flour
  • 2 large egg
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 3 tbsp everything seasoning optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Add the mozzarella cheese and cream cheese to a large microwaveable bowl. Microwave for 2 minutes or until the cheese has melted. 
  3. Remove from the microwave and stir with a four until fully combined. Immediately add the almond flour, egg, and baking powder. Stir to combine until the flour and eggs are incorporated into the mozzarella. If the dough is sticky, knead with hand until long longer sticky. 
  4. Divide dough into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a doughnut shape. Place on prepared baking sheet. Garnish with the desired topping or leave plain.
  5. Bake 15 minutes. If desired, broil for 1 minute to brown the top of the bagels. 

Notes

  • Reheat sticky dough for 30 seconds and remix to improve handling.
  • If dough remains sticky after reheating, add 1/4 cup more almond flour and mix well.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1bagel Calories 318kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 7.5g (3%) Protein 16.3g (33%) Fat 26.6g (41%) Saturated Fat 9.3g (47%) Cholesterol 86mg (29%) Sodium 342.1mg (14%) Fiber 2.7g (11%) Calcium 390mg (39%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Bagels

Amount Per Serving

Calories 318 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1bagel
Calories 318kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 7.5g 3%
Protein 16.3g 33%
Fat 26.6g 41%
Saturated Fat 9.3g 47%
Cholesterol 86mg 29%
Sodium 342.1mg 14%
Fiber 2.7g 11%
Calcium 390mg 39%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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