Golden, cheesy, and packed with savory everything bagel flavor — these bite-sized snacks feature a soft, tender dough loaded with cream cheese and topped with crunchy everything bagel seasoning. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, game day spreads, or grab-and-go snacking, these irresistible little bites deliver all the flavor of an everything bagel in a fun, poppable form.
INGREDIENTS
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened and cut into small cubes
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
• Cooking spray or parchment paper for baking
STEPS
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly coat it with cooking spray.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
- Form the dough: Add the Greek yogurt to the dry ingredients and stir until a shaggy dough begins to form. Transfer to a lightly floured surface and knead gently for 2–3 minutes until smooth.
- Divide the dough: Cut the dough into 16 equal pieces. Flatten each piece slightly in your hand to create a small round disc.
- Fill with cream cheese: Place a small cube of cream cheese in the center of each dough piece. Carefully pinch and seal the dough around the cream cheese, rolling gently into a smooth ball.
- Add the topping: Arrange the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with beaten egg and generously sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning.
- Bake: Bake for 18–22 minutes until puffed, golden brown, and lightly crisp on the outside.
- Cool and serve: Allow the bagel bits to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm while the cream cheese center is soft and creamy.
NOTES
Tips: Full-fat Greek yogurt creates a soft, tender dough while keeping the recipe simple and protein-rich. Be sure to seal the dough completely around the cream cheese filling to prevent leakage during baking. Everything bagel seasoning typically contains sesame seeds, poppy seeds, garlic, onion, and salt, creating the signature flavor that makes these bites so addictive. For extra richness, brush the baked bagel bits with melted butter immediately after they come out of the oven. These bites are delicious served with whipped cream cheese, flavored spreads, soup, or alongside eggs for breakfast. They can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheat in the oven or air fryer to restore their freshly baked texture. Perfect for brunch tables, lunchboxes, holiday gatherings, or anytime you need a savory snack.
