If you’re craving bagels but trying to stay low carb, you’re going to love these easy low carb bagels. Soft, chewy, and satisfying, they’re made with almond flour and melty cheese for a deliciously bready bite—without all the carbs. Whether you’re doing keto or just cutting back on carbs, these bagels hit the spot for breakfast or a quick sandwich.
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This low carb bagel recipe has been a total game-changer in my kitchen. I used to miss the comfort of a warm, chewy bagel in the morning—until I found this almond flour and cheese version. It’s honestly wild how close it tastes to the real thing, minus the carb crash. With just five simple ingredients, it’s super easy to make, and I always keep a few in the freezer for quick breakfasts. If there’s one thing most of us miss on a keto or low-carb journey, it’s definitely bread. I get it—adjusting can be tough at first. But trust me, with delicious go-to recipes like these low-carb bagels, fluffy Cloud Bread, or my favorite Low-Carb Pizza Crust, you won’t feel like you’re missing out at all. Sprinkle on some “Everything bagel seasoning” and you’ve got yourself a bite of low-carb heaven.
There are many different versions to make low-carb keto bagels. But if you tried the fat head dough and made pizza crust out of it, you know what I’m talking about. I promise you that this fathead recipe will be a life saver, especially if you’re dealing with picky eaters. Take it from my friend who has a 12-year-old with Type 1 diabetes and found a new standard dish to cook on busy days.
“Fat Head Dough” Keto Low-Carb Bagels Recipe
Here’s a step-by-step recipe with photos and video to guide you through the process. For precise ingredients and nutritional details, scroll down to the printable recipe card below. Gather the following ingredients to make this easy low-carb bagel recipe—it yields 6 perfectly chewy, golden bagels that are sure to satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients:
- Mozzarella Cheese – Use low-moisture part-skim shredded mozzarella.
- Cream cheese – Use full fat or low-fat cream cheese.
- Egg – Use large or extra-large egg.
- Almond flour – superfine Almond flour.
- Baking powder.
Optional:
- 1 teaspoon of spices (try garlic powder, dried oregano, or basil)
Topping:
- Everything but the bagel seasoning or seasoning of your choice
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2. Melt the cheese
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine mozzarella and cream cheese. Microwave for about 40-50 seconds, stirring halfway through, until melted and smooth.
Tip: Stir well to fully incorporate the cheeses—you want a stretchy, unified dough base.
3. Mix the dough
Add almond flour, baking powder, and optional spices to the melted cheese mixture. Stir to combine slightly, then add the egg. Mix well using a spatula or your hands until a dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, chill in the freezer for 20-30 minutes.
4. Shape your bagels
Divide the dough into 4–6 equal parts (depending on your preferred size). Roll each into a rope and form a ring, pressing the ends together to seal. You can also use a bagel or donut pan to shape your low-carb bagels more easily—it helps them hold a perfect round form and gives you that classic bagel look without the fuss!
5. Add toppings
Place the bagels on the lined baking sheet. Sprinkle generously with Everything But the Bagel seasoning or your favorite topping.
6. Bake
Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Let cool slightly before slicing.
Tips for Perfect Low-carb Bagels
- Use superfine almond flour – It creates a smoother, lighter texture.
- Work quickly with the dough – It’s easier to handle while warm.
- Chill if sticky – A few minutes in the fridge makes shaping easier.
- Try different toppings – Sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or shredded cheese.
- Storage – Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer.
Pre-slice: Slice the bagels before freezing so they’re ready to pop straight into the toaster or air fryer—no need to thaw or struggle with cutting frozen bagels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these bagels keto-friendly?
Yes! These bagels are made with almond flour and cheese, making them low in carbs and high in fat—perfect for keto.
Can I use coconut flour instead of almond flour?
Coconut flour isn’t a 1:1 substitute for almond flour because it’s much more absorbent. If you want to use coconut flour, you’ll need to adjust the amount significantly—usually about 1/4 to 1/3 the amount of almond flour—and possibly add an extra egg to maintain the dough’s structure. The texture will be a bit different, but it can still work!
Can I toast these bagels?
Absolutely! Slice and toast them just like regular bagels. They crisp up beautifully.
How many net carbs per bagel?
This depends on your ingredients and size, but typically each bagel has around 3–5 net carbs.
Can I make these bagels in the Air Fryer?
To make these low-carb bagels in the air fryer, follow these steps:
- After shaping the dough into bagels, preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with non-stick spray or line it with parchment paper.
- Place the bagels in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t touch to allow for even cooking.
- Air fry the bagels for 8-10 minutes or until they’re golden brown and cooked through.
- Let them cool for a few minutes before slicing and enjoying.
This method gives the bagels a crisp, golden exterior while keeping them soft and fluffy on the inside—just like a traditional bagel!
More low-carb Bread recipes you’ll love
- Fathead Burger Buns
- 3-Ingredient Avocado Bread (Fritters)
- How to make a low carb mug bread in microwave in 90 seconds
Watch the Easy Step-by-Step Bagel Tutorial
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The Best Keto Low Carb Bagels with Everything Seasoning
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups shredded low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese
- 3 Tablespoons cream cheese full fat or low fat
- 1 egg large
- 1 cup Almond flour I use superfine Blanched Almond flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Optional
- 1 tsp Spices try garlic powder, dried oregano, or basil
Topping
- Everything bagel seasoning or seasoning of your choice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Melt the cheese: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine mozzarella and cream cheese. Microwave for about 40-50 seconds, stirring halfway through, until melted and smooth.Tip: Stir well to fully incorporate the cheeses—you want a stretchy, unified dough base.
- Mix the dough: Add almond flour, baking powder, and optional spices to the melted cheese mixture. Stir to combine slightly, then add the egg. Mix well using a spatula or your hands until a dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, chill in the freezer for 20-30 minutes.
- Shape your bagels: Divide the dough into 4–6 equal parts (depending on your preferred size). Roll each into a rope and form a ring, pressing the ends together to seal.
- Add toppings: Place the bagels on the lined baking sheet. Sprinkle generously with Everything But the Bagel seasoning or your favorite topping.
- Bake for 14–18 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Let cool slightly before slicing.
Can you replace the cream cheese and mozzarella with vegan versions or will it mess up the results?
HI Krista, I was able to test the recipe with vegan mozzarella cheese made by Daya. Yes, you can also sub the cream cheese for vegan version and follow the rest of instructions. You should be fine. Please let me know if success….Good luck
Made these last night…it was Uh-Mazing!!! Kids and hubby LOVED it!! Still in ketosis, this just make my low carb lifestyle 10xs easier to commit to. Thank you for posting another great recipe!
Yay Sammy! So glad you enjoyed. This is my favorite LC bread recipe too!
Really delicious and easy ?
What else can I bake the bagels on? During these time it’s hard to fine these? Ty
I’m not sure how you came up with your macros. When I plugged the ingredients into my recipe calculator, I came up with 233 calories, 8.3 total carbs, 6.9 net carbs, 15.9 grams of fat and 13 gram of protein per bagel (1 recipe making 6 bagels). I look forward to splurging though! 🙂
Hi Sue…hmm… what calculator did you use?
I used https://www.verywellfit.com/recipe-nutrition-analyzer-4157076
Let me recalculate, but please let me know what did you use?
Thank you
Hi Irina, I used the recipe calculator in the carb manager app
Irina, I just tried your calculator and came up with the same information as you did. I don’t understand why there is such a huge discrepancy between the two calculators. I scanned my ingredients into carb manager, so I thought it was pretty accurate. Well, my bagels came out great. I made it into a batch of 8 instead of 6 to lower the net carbs a little.
HI Sue, Thanks for getting back to me…
Yes, I recalculated again, but came to a similar nutrition, just slightly more because I used 2 cups of Mozzarella, instead of one and half.
I have not used the carb manager, but will try another calculator by spark people , so we can compare. I will let you know what it says for accuracy, but after having a bagel I feel it’s still pretty light and not worth 233 cal as from carb manager, what did you think?
The problem is you are getting the wrong calories for the almond flour. A cup of almond flour has 680 calories!
Thank you… let me recalculate again
The nutrition information on this is very wrong! You should really double check your recipe before posting this. If you follow your recipe the actual nutrition information would be as follows:
Serving Size 1 Bagel, Servings per recipe 6
Calories 225
Total Fat 18g
Saturated Fat 5g
Total Carbs 7g
Dietary Fiber 2g
Sugars 2g
Protein 12g
I already recalculated it several times using different programs, still coming with same numbers… what app did you use to calculate?
To those wondering about the macros and nutrition for this recipe… a lot of the ingredients can have varying macros and carb counts. Mozzarella cheese, depending on the fat/milk content. Almond flour depending on if it is blanched and/or organic or not, will have different carb counts. Cream cheese depending on the fat content and especially the brand can fluctuate greatly in carb counts. Even a single egg, same size, different brand, can be as far as 4 carbs different! Please take this into consideration and understand that the recipe, overall, is very low carb and probably an excellent substitute to an ordinary Everything Bagel. Look closely at nutrition labels before you call out the blogger for how wrong she might have been. I really do appreciate your post and look forward to making your version of these bagels!
Well put Connie! Was thinking the same thing. ❤️
I agree the response to Irina was pretty harsh.
So good! But….I wish I would’ve read the comments first. Once I entered the amazing little babies into my food app, I was very disappointed how off the nutritional info is. 234 calories when i’m expecting 75 was upsetting, not to mention the carb count. I’ll still be making these but with a bit more caution.
Seems like food apps have some discrepancies… few readers already provided different information. The carb content should be accurate. I calculated it via multiple sources and manually… I’m going to recalculate calories, but should not be more than 200
Followed your recipe to a T! Came out amazing! I couldn’t be happier. Thank you very much! Oh I used the donut pan,. They definitely come out perfectly round and beautiful. Looks just like a real bagel.
Glad you enjoyed it… oh I’m definitely getting the donut pan since I saw a lot of follow up pictures are gorgeous. My bagels look rather flat or they been run over by car multiple times ?
Do you have an alternative to almond flour…I’m very allergic to tree nuts…but these sound amazing otherwise
Regular Or gluten free flour would be a good substitute.
For low carb, you can substitute for a protein powder or carbquick baking mix
Any subs for almond flour? I’m allergy to almond so I can’t use that- thanks!
Regular Or gluten free flour would be a good substitute.
For low carb, you can substitute for a protein powder or carbquick baking mix
Love these!!
OMG. Totally satisfied my bagel cravings! Thank you! {and my PMS thanks you too! 😉 }
yeah, I calculated by hand and I got – per bagel:
291 calories
23 fat
8 sat fat
69 chol
366 sodium
6.3 carb
2 fib
.8 sugar
20.5 pro
Thank you so much for calculating manually. I also updated the nutrition facts label, so now it is pretty accurate!
Ok I think I messed up some where… i used gluten flour mix so I think baking power was already in the mix.. i had this in a jar so i was not sure if it was a complet baking mix or just flour….welll now i know?. I came out with bagel cookie rings not at all what I had wanted…sooo I will try agaiN…THIS time i will use the almond flour.
HI Maria, you probably want to add 1/2 cup if using gluten free flour mix, not full cup
I am allergic to all milk products. Is there a way to make the Keto Bagels without any milk peoducts?
Yes… you could try substituting for dairy free cheeses… I tested and it worked well too
These where amazing. We’ll definitely be using this recipe for a long time. Thanks for sharing ?
You’re welcome! So glad you enjoyed!
Thanks for sharing! Do they keep long?
You’re welcome! Yes! Couple of week in the refrigerator or you can also freeze these.
If freezing slice it in half ahead of time, then toast for a minute.
I hope you like them.
I an making this now. I did the nutrition facts on this as well and it has over 14 carbs not 4. So maybe you should revise that
Omg! These were SO GOOD! I made a double batch and am so glad I did. They are perfect for that “missing the bread” feeling. Even my 12-yr old daughter liked them. And this is a girl that eats the Thomas’ cinnamon swirl bagels ALL the time. Which I may try the cinnamon added to them with a sweetener for that taste! Thank so much for the recipe! I tried the ones with just eggs and cheese, which I like, however, they don’t have the bread like texture that these have. Will definitely be making these again, they are pretty easy.
HI Jackie, You’re very welcome!
Thank you for your cheerful comment. I’m so glad you and you 12-year old enjoyed these. I agree with you – these are perfect for that “Missing the bread” feeling. This dough is amazing for pizza crust and put all your favorite stuff on it. Definitely try that too
Bagels didnt expand to larger size, what happened
I don’t know what happened. Perhaps you missed the ingredient? They should expand in size. Good luck
Ace these this morning and they were soooooooo delicious Simple and extremely good. Thank you for,the recipe.
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!! Finally, a recipe that will replace traditional bread that tastes DELICIOUS!!!!! Even my 8 yr old that is Gluten Free loved this bagel!! I can’t wait to try this with different herbs and spices!! Thanks again!!!
YES it does! No eggy taste!!
This is the BEST bread recipe I have found so far for the Keto diet!
Thanks! I’ve used it for several different bread items.
So glad you enjoyed it.
Thank you for awarding the BEST bread recipe!!
Made these tonight and they were amazing!! I’ve been looking for a bread substitute since I started Keto and I finally found it!!! Thank you so much for the recipe-avocado toast here I come?!!
How melted should cheese be?? should i be able to see and feel mozzerella?
So so yummy! I added some ranch powder to the dough and then some garlic salt with the everything seasoning on top. These were very quick to make and delicious!
Glad you enjoyed Erin and those were delicious adds?
This recipe is actually pretty good. Very easy!!!
Thank you! I love it for the easiness too!?
Oh my gosh! Absolutely delicious!? I should have doubled the recipe. I will definitely be making these over and over
So glad you enjoyed it. I had no problem freezing them if I had extra… just slice it in half ahead of time… enjoy!
Nice option but not for dairy allergy individuals…
I tried this recipe using the dairy alternative products from the company named “Daiya” not only their products taste delicious, but work well with this recipe… give Daiya a try
These are so freaking good. I’ve made them 3 times already!
You rock!! ?????
Can l use all purpose flour instead of almond flour? I have a couple of family members allergic to all kinds of nuts.
Great question! While all-purpose flour isn’t low carb or keto-friendly, it can be used if you’re just looking for a nut-free version and don’t mind the carbs. For a low-carb nut-free alternative, try:
✅ Sunflower seed flour – closest texture to almond flour
✅ Pumpkin seed flour – another great nut-free, keto-friendly option
✅ Coconut flour – can work too, but you’ll need much less and extra moisture
Let me know how they turn out!
Hi, I am confused with your nutritional information. The print out says the calories are 1; and the chart says @223 calories. Which info is correct? Thanks
Which print says 1? The correct is 223 cal… I apologize for misunderstanding… I need to fix the issue
The bagels were awesome! I made 8 bagels -6 in the doughnut pan and 2 on parchment paper, I do prefer them made free hand.. I placed turkey sausage and an egg on the bagel I was in heaven! Thank you for satisfying my cravings. You rock!!!
Awesome!! So glad to hear that you enjoyed ?
OMG these are amazing and really pretty simple to make. Winner!
Yay!! Thank you so much! Glad you thought it was easy and fantastic… enjoy!
Best low carb bagel recipe ever! I have tried several different recipes that are fair to awful. I only had 1 cup of mozzarella so added 1/2 cup of jack cheese. Sprinkled “Everything But the Bagel”seasoning on them, froze the dough for about 15 minutes because I’m impatient, and used a silicone bagel pan. Easy peasey, and really excellent, even by itself. Thanks!.
Yay! Thank you very much for the great feedback! So glad that you liked it… please feel free to post photos of your bagels on my Facebook page https://Facebook.com/thebigapplemama
These are the flattest looking bagels I’ve ever seen….
But it’so good though, right? ??
These don’t look too hot..a bit flat. Something definitely went wrong with that recipe.
One part of this says 75 calories per bagel and another says 200 something. What is the exact calorie and carb count? If I made a sandwich would it be considered 2 servings?
223.9 is correct. There’s an image with full nutritional information
Where would gluten come from in the basic recipe?
I was out of cream cheese, but wanted these soooo badly! I had some Laughing Cow garlic and herb wedges so I used 3 of those. They turned out great!
I made them exactly as written and I have to say that this is my all time favorite keto-type bread. These are AMAZING bagels!! Thank you so much for the recipe :))
So glad you loved the recipe… this is amazing to hear… enjoy!
So yummy! I made these yesterday! They really satisfy the bagel craving – they are rich so you don’t need to eat much! Thanks so much!
Wow. These best keto low carb bagels look is a pure combination of taste, I love healthy food. thanks, Irina
Your bagels look delicious. My dough would not hold together and was very crumbly. Not sure what I did wrong. 🙁
Put the dough in the freezer for 30 minutes… good luck
amazing….so happy I found this recipe.. I used gluten free one to one flour and they turned out great…thanks!!!!!
This is amazing! I’ve never found a good keto friendly bagel recipe before, but now I finally have! I added some Italian herbs into mine, and have made 3 batches this week! Thank you!
My nutritional info was significantly different than yours. I had to split my bagels into 8 parts just to keep it reasonable. Even so, each bagel ended up being 366 cals and having over 12g of carbs. I used cheddar instead of mozzarella but that shouldn’t make such a big difference. Not sure what happened but these are not as low carb as I’d been hoping.
I made these this morning! Soo yummy! I topped the bagel with an over easy egg and slice of bacon for a delicious breakfast sandwich! I’m sure your calculations are quite accurate on the carb count, as per the comments I saw you checked and rechecked your calculations several times. I really appreciate your attention to detail! However I know that calories/carbs can vary quite a bit depending on what ingredients I use. So ultimately it is my responsibility to know/count the carbs and calories I am consuming. Thanks again and please keep posting recipes!
I appreciate your thoughts! So glad you loved it… yes I did check the carb count multiple times using multiple sources
Fantastic bagels! Thank you!
You’re welcome!? So glad you enjoyed ?
I love them better than the 90 bread, you can put anything on it
Tried this today, and the bagels are so good, and so easy. Nice change.
Is there a way to add yeast to give it a more authentic bagel taste?
Sure you can add a tablespoon of active dry yeast… let me know how they come out
These are delicious and so easy!
These are delicious! I brush them with butter and mixed garlic Just before they are done baking and serve them as breadsticks.
Just got done making the low carb bagels. They are so yummy. Will me making the a lot. Thank you!
Glad to hear that! Glad you loved them ?
Very easy – good for beginners . One tip is to put the everything bagel seasoning in the bowl after all the bagels are formed. Press one side of the bagel in seasoning until you have the amount you want. Flip to have season side up and put on baking sheet. It reduces the excess seasoning from burning in the pan ?
Excellent tip! Thank you ?
I can’t thank you enough! I made mine with nondairy mozzarella cheese and nondairy cream cheese and it was still fantastic!
Nondairy and yummy ? glad you liked them. Enjoy!
These are really good! I’m adding them to the rotation, thanks!
Thank you ? ??
What is in the bagel seeds. Is there any pepper or spices??
i don’t have a microwave, what do you suggest?
Melt it in the oven until melted (the first part)
Then bake it in the oven ?
I love this recipe and make it often. I add a little salt to the dough and do not do the toppings. To me it is a,cross between bagel and English muffin. I roll mone out with small hole in middle and actually these often cook more as a,flat circle I like toasted with cream cheese or jelly and butter or for a small sandwich
I love what you are describing and I love them too with jelly and butter or cream cheese.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks for your comment!
Look amazing but way too many calories!
Hello Irena, I know a lot of people back in 2918 made comments or asked for clarification on the nutrition facts.
I am confused because at the foot of the recipe you show the Carbs at 1.8g and yet in the one you show from Spark, it comes up to 4.6g, which to me sounds reasonable, I can’t understand where the 1.8g comes from. Can you clarify this for me please.
Thanks
Hi Monique.
Thanks for your email. The post has been checked and updated.. The correct information is 4.6.
Thanks so much for checking.