These Keto Asiago Bagels are packed with rich cheese flavor and are ready in just 30 minutes. Made with fathead dough, they bake up golden and chewy. Perfect for breakfast sandwiches or a a low carb lunch.
I have always had a soft spot for a warm, chewy, carb-laden Asiago bagel from the bakery. It used to be my go-to morning treat. But, after creating my Keto Rye Bagel and realizing just how good a low carb bagel could be, I knew I had to try my hand at this cheesy version next. That craving for the real thing is exactly what led to this Keto Asiago Bagel recipe, and it absolutely hits the spot.
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Why You'll Love Keto Asiago Bagels
Cheesy inside and out: Asiago cheese gets mixed into the dough and melted on top for double the flavor.
Low carb and high protein: Each bagel has just 4 net carbs and 16 grams of protein!
So much better than store-bought: Soft, sturdy, and perfect for slicing and toasting.
Ingredients You'll Need
Almond Flour: Use finely ground almond flour for best texture.
Cream Cheese: Choose full-fat cream cheese (the block style) for richness and consistency.
Mozzarella Cheese: Pre-shredded part-skim mozzarella melts perfectly into the dough.
Asiago Cheese: Adds that signature sharp, nutty flavor. Shred it fresh from the block.
Eggs: Room temperature eggs help the dough mix evenly.
Ingredient Substitutions
Parmesan Cheese for Asiago: Lends that similar bold flavor and melts beautifully.
Coconut Flour for Almond Flour: Use less (about ¼ cup) and add another egg.
Cheddar Cheese for Mozzarella: Will make it richer but a little less stretchy.
Variations
- Make mini cheesy bagels by dividing dough into 12 smaller pieces.
- Add everything bagel seasoning to the tops after brushing with egg wash.
- Mix chili powder and cumin into the dough for a Tex-Mex spin.
Top Tips for Success
- Microwave the dough for 30 secondes if it's too stiff to mix by hand.
- Use a donut pan for even shaping if you prefer less hands-on shaping.
- Grate cheese fresh for the best melt and flavor.
Storage
Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Freezer: Wrap individually and freeze up to 1 month. Reheat in toaster or microwave.
Serve with...
- Make a breakfast sandwich with eggs and air fryer bacon.
- Use in place of an English muffin for your favorite Eggs Benedict.
- Toast and spread with Basil Pesto or softened butter.
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Keto Asiago Bagels
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Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella Cheese
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 1½ cups almond flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded asiago cheese divided
- 1 large egg beaten
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.In a large bowl, combine the almond flour, baking powder, salt, and ¾ cup of the asiago cheese. Set aside.
- Place the cream cheese and mozzarella cheese in microwave safe bowl and cook on high for 1 to 1-½ minutes, or until til cheese is smooth when stirred.Add the almond flour and egg mixture to the hot cheese mixture and stir until combined well and all dough is well blended.
- Divide dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll into a smooth ball and shape shape dough by pressing your thumb or the end of a wooden spoon in the center of the dough ball, making a hole in the center of the bagel. Stretch the bagel dough some to open the hole up a little wider.
- Place the bagels on a greased baking sheet or line the baking sheet with Silpat or parchment paper.
- Top the bagels evenly with the remaining shredded cheese.
- Bake bagels for 15 minutes, or until bagels are golden brown and cheese on top of the bagel is melted.
CJ says
I bake these in silicone donut pans, and add everything seasoning to the top. Yum!
CJ says
Love these!
I make them all the time!
I add everything seasoning to the top, and bake I silicone donut baking pans.
It's something easier for me!
Shelby Law Ruttan says
Hi CJ, thank you for coming back to review the recipe. I'm so happy you love it. Great idea using the silicone donut baking pans. Can you believe I don't have silicone ones? lol I need to buy some. Thanks again and I hope you enjoy more recipes from my website! Shelby
Pam says
Not sure I did it right. I had to mix by hand. My cheese mixture was not very easy to work with.
Shelby Law Ruttan says
Hi Pam, Thank you for trying the recipe. If it seems difficult to work, it is always ok to microwave it again for a few seconds at a time until it is easy enough to combine. Let me know if you have any questions and I will try to help you out. Shelby
Frances Castillo says
These turned out soooo yummy! Taste like I was eating Panera bagels
Shelby Law Ruttan says
Thank you! So happy you enjoyed them 🙂