Easy Fathead Keto Bagels – Low Carb Bagels

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These keto bagels are soft, chewy, and made with just six simple ingredients, making them a perfect low-carb breakfast option. Each serving has only 5g net carbs, making them ideal for anyone following a keto or low-carb lifestyle.

Baked with fathead dough, these bagels are easy to prepare and have the classic texture you’d expect—crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside. Enjoy them plain, toasted with cream cheese, or as a base for a low-carb breakfast sandwich.

Perfect for busy mornings or weekend brunch, these homemade keto bagels prove that you don’t have to give up your favorite breakfast staple to stay on track.

Why This Is the Best Low Carb Keto Bagels Recipe

These low carb keto bagels are everything you love about traditional bagels—just without the carbs. Here’s why this recipe stands out:

• Just as satisfying as regular bagels – With their chewy texture and classic flavor, you won’t even miss the flour-filled version.
• Perfectly toasted – Crisps up beautifully in the toaster for a golden brown crust and warm, soft center.
• Amazing with cream cheese – Whether it’s plain, herbed, or whipped, cream cheese pairs perfectly with these savory bagels.
• Soft and tender inside – The interior stays light, fluffy, and moist thanks to the fathead dough base.
• Crispy, golden crust – Each bagel bakes with a crunchy, golden exterior that gives the perfect bite.
• Easy to make with just 6 ingredients – Simple, fuss-free, and ready in under 30 minutes.
• Naturally gluten-free and keto-friendly – Great for those avoiding grains, gluten, or following a low-carb diet.
• Freezer-friendly and meal prep approved – Make a batch ahead and enjoy a quick keto breakfast all week long.

Are Bagels Keto?

Traditional bagels are not keto-friendly because they’re made with wheat flour, which is high in carbohydrates and not suitable for a low-carb or ketogenic diet. Just one regular bagel can contain over 40g of carbs—enough to knock you out of ketosis in one bite.

But the good news is, you can still enjoy bagels while staying on track with your goals.

This low carb bagel recipe offers a delicious alternative by swapping out wheat flour for almond flour, a much lower-carb, gluten-free option. The result? Soft, chewy, and flavorful keto bagels that taste just as satisfying as the original, without all the carbs.

Made with fathead dough, these bagels deliver the same comforting texture and are perfect for toasting, topping with cream cheese, or using in breakfast sandwiches.

Fathead Dough Bagels

Bread was one of the hardest things for me to give up when I first started a ketogenic diet. Honestly, I missed bread way more than desserts—and that’s exactly why you’ll find so many keto bread recipes on my blog, like my go-to 90-second keto bread or this soft, fluffy homemade keto loaf.

It took some experimenting, but I finally perfected this recipe to make keto bagels that aren’t just “okay” or “close enough”—they’re truly satisfying, with the right chew, golden crust, and perfect flavor.

The secret? Fathead dough.

I was amazed the first time I made a keto pizza crust using this mozzarella-based dough—it was chewy, flavorful, and didn’t taste like a compromise at all. And it turns out, fathead dough is incredibly versatile! You can even use it to make low carb cinnamon rolls, flatbreads, or cheesy breadsticks.

These fathead dough bagels are beautifully golden on the edges, soft and chewy in the center, and absolutely irresistible—especially topped with everything bagel seasoning. They toast up perfectly and make the best low-carb breakfast sandwich base you could ask for.

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Ingredients for Keto Bagels (Fathead Dough)

To make these low-carb keto bagels, you’ll only need six simple ingredients—and five if you don’t count the salt! These bagels are made with classic fathead dough, which creates a perfectly chewy texture and a golden, crusty exterior that mimics traditional bagels without the carbs.

• Shredded Mozzarella Cheese – Use hard, low-moisture mozzarella—not the fresh kind packed in water. Pre-shredded is fine, or you can shred it yourself. This gives the dough its stretch and chewiness.
• Blanched Almond Flour – Choosing the right almond flour is essential. Opt for super-fine blanched almond flour for a smooth dough and perfect texture. DO NOT USE ALMOND MEAL!
• Cream cheese – Use full-fat cream cheese to add richness and moisture. Don’t skip or substitute—it helps create that classic bagel softness and adds to the fat content, perfect for keto.
• Large eggs – Eggs bind the dough together and help give the bagels that golden, shiny crust when baked.
• Salt – Just a pinch helps bring out the flavor of the cheese and balances the richness.
• Everything Bagel Seasoning– My absolute favorite! It adds the perfect crunch and flavor to each bite. You can buy it pre-made, but I prefer to make a big batch at home—it’s cheaper and easy to customize.

How to Make Keto Bagels (Step-by-Step)

Making homemade keto bagels is easier than you might think—especially when you follow these simple steps. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll have delicious, chewy low-carb bagels ready in under 30 minutes!

Make the Fathead Dough

Combine shredded mozzarella, almond flour, baking powder, and cream cheese in a large bowl. Use a rubber spatula to incorporate all the ingredients. 

Place the bowl in the microwave and let the cheese mixture melts. Remove and mix well to combine.

Incorporate the egg while the cheese mixture is warm, not hot. Allow the dough to cool. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more almond flour. You can use a food processor to make the dough.

Shape Low Carb Bagels

To shape the bagels, divide the dough into six equal balls. Form long strings and shape them into a round bagel. You can also poke your finger through the middle of the bagel dough. Brush with egg wash and top with everything bagel seasoning, poppy seeds, or sesame seeds.

Bake the Keto Bagels

Bake the best keto bagels for 12 minutes in the preheated oven until they get a nice brown color.

Place all the formed bagels on a baking sheet and sprinkle with Everything Bagel Seasoning Mix.

Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the bagels are golden on the edges.

Carbs in Keto Bagels

Each of these almond flour keto bagels contains just 5g net carbs per serving, making them an excellent choice for anyone following a low-carb or ketogenic diet. Most of the carbs come from the almond flour, which is much lower in carbohydrates compared to traditional wheat flour.

For comparison, a classic store-bought bagel can contain over 49 grams of total carbs, which can easily spike your blood sugar and knock you out of ketosis. By using fathead dough made with almond flour, mozzarella cheese, and cream cheese, these keto bagels offer all the satisfaction of traditional bagels—without the carb overload.

These low-carb bagels are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or snacks, and they fit seamlessly into a keto meal plan.

Ways to Serve Fathead Low Carb Bagels

One of the best things about these fathead dough keto bagels is how versatile they are. My personal favorite? Enjoying them warm from the oven, spread with cream cheese and topped with smoked salmon—a classic, satisfying combo that never disappoints.

But don’t stop there! These gluten-free, low-carb bagels are just as delicious reheated or toasted, and they pair beautifully with all your favorite toppings.

Here are some simple topping ideas for gluten-free topping ideas:

• Butter – Simple, classic, and delicious.
• Cream Cheese – Try it plain, whipped, or flavored with herbs.
• Sugar-Free Jam – Perfect for a touch of sweetness without the carbs.
• Keto Nutella – A rich, chocolatey treat with zero sugar.
• Egg, Bacon & Cheese – Turn your bagel into a keto breakfast sandwich.
• Tuna Melt – A hearty, protein-packed lunch idea.
• Avocado & Everything Bagel Seasoning – Healthy fats and unbeatable flavor.
• Turkey & Cheese – For a quick, satisfying bagel sandwich.

The options are endless. Just use your favorite combo and share it with us by tagging me on Instagram! I can’t wait to see your beautiful keto bagels.

Can I Make Nut-Free Bagels?

If you don’t like almonds, you can make coconut flour fathead dough with coconut flour. Replace almond flour with 1/4 cup of coconut flour.

Remember that almond flour doesn’t have a not 1:1 substitution ratio with coconut flour. They have different properties, and you’ll always need less coconut flour in a recipe than almond flour.

How to Store Keto Bagels?

It’s best to store the leftover keto fathead bagels in an airtight container for up to one week.

These are freezer-friendly keto bagels and can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. 

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