Greek Yogurt Bagels - High Protein Meal Prep (Print Version)
Greek yogurt bagels packed with protein and ready in under 30 minutes. Easy meal prep recipe with just 2 ingredients for a healthy breakfast.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Pillowy Protein Dough
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 cup whole wheat flour
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2 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp fine sea salt
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1 1/2 cups plain whole milk Greek yogurt
→ Golden Egg Wash
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1 large egg
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1 tbsp water
→ Everything Bagel Crust
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2 tsp sesame seeds
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2 tsp poppy seeds
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1 tsp dried minced garlic
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1 tsp dried minced onion
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1/2 tsp coarse flaky sea salt
→ Creamy Herb Schmear
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1/2 cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt
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2 oz reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
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1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
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1 tsp fresh dill, finely chopped
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1/4 tsp garlic powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly flour your work surface. Getting your workspace organized now ensures these Protein Packed Greek Yogurt Bagels - Meal Prep Ready come together smoothly and efficiently within the 10-minute prep window.
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In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup whole wheat flour, 2 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp fine sea salt. Add 1 1/2 cups plain whole milk Greek yogurt and stir until a shaggy dough forms. Turn out onto your floured surface and knead for 2 minutes until smooth and slightly tacky.
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Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each piece into a 10-inch rope, then connect the ends firmly, pinching and pressing to seal into a bagel ring. Place each shaped Protein Packed Greek Yogurt Bagels - Meal Prep Ready ring evenly spaced on your prepared baking sheet.
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In a small bowl, whisk together 1 large egg and 1 tbsp water until fully combined. Using a pastry brush, generously coat the top and sides of each bagel with the golden egg wash. This creates a beautiful, glossy finish and helps the everything bagel crust topping adhere perfectly.
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In a small bowl, combine 2 tsp sesame seeds, 2 tsp poppy seeds, 1 tsp dried minced garlic, 1 tsp dried minced onion, and 1/2 tsp coarse flaky sea salt. Generously sprinkle the everything bagel crust mixture over each egg-washed bagel, pressing lightly so the seeds stick firmly to the surface.
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Bake your Protein Packed Greek Yogurt Bagels - Meal Prep Ready at 375°F for 22-25 minutes, until deep golden brown on top and the bottoms sound hollow when tapped. Avoid opening the oven before the 20-minute mark to ensure even rising. Transfer to a wire rack and cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
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While the bagels cool, prepare the creamy herb schmear by combining 1/2 cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt, 2 oz softened reduced-fat cream cheese, 1 tbsp fresh chives, 1 tsp fresh dill, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder in a bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy, then season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
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Slice your cooled Protein Packed Greek Yogurt Bagels - Meal Prep Ready in half and spread generously with the creamy herb schmear. For meal prep, store unsliced bagels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate the schmear separately in a sealed jar for up to 5 days.
# Notes:
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💡 Dough Texture Tip: Greek yogurt brands vary in thickness, so if your dough feels too sticky after mixing, add 1-2 tbsp of all-purpose flour at a time until it's manageable. Avoid over-flouring, as a slightly tacky dough produces the softest, most pillowy bagels.
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❄️ Meal Prep Storage: These bagels freeze beautifully! Once fully cooled, slice them in half, wrap individually in plastic wrap, and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Pop them directly into the toaster from frozen for a quick, high-protein breakfast any morning.
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🔄 Substitution Tip: For a gluten-free version, substitute both flours with a 1:1 gluten-free all-purpose baking blend. You can also swap the whole wheat flour for oat flour for a slightly nuttier flavor profile while keeping the protein content high.
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🍽️ Serving Suggestion: Beyond the creamy herb schmear, these bagels pair wonderfully with smoked salmon, sliced cucumber, and a squeeze of lemon for an elevated brunch. They also work great as sandwich buns for turkey or egg salad for a complete high-protein midday meal.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Large mixing bowl
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Baking sheet
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Parchment paper
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Pastry brush
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Wire cooling rack
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Small mixing bowl
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Bench scraper or sharp knife
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Measuring cups and spoons
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 380 kcal
Total Fat: 9 g
Total Carbohydrate: 52 g
Protein: 22 g