Fluffy Yogurt Bagels Cinnamon Swirl (Print Version)

Soft, pillowy bagels featuring Greek yogurt and a warm cinnamon swirl for a cozy start to your day.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
02 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
04 - 1 1/2 cups plain Greek yogurt, full-fat or low-fat
05 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

→ Cinnamon Swirl

06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
07 - 1/3 cup light brown sugar
08 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

→ Egg Wash

09 - 1 large egg
10 - 1 tablespoon milk

→ Optional Topping

11 - 1 tablespoon sugar mixed with 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar until well combined.
03 - Add Greek yogurt to the dry mixture and stir with a spatula until a shaggy dough forms.
04 - Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead gently for 2 to 3 minutes until smooth and elastic.
05 - In a small bowl, combine melted butter, light brown sugar, and ground cinnamon to create the swirl filling.
06 - Divide dough into 8 equal pieces. Flatten each piece into a rectangle approximately 5 by 3 inches.
07 - Spread approximately 1 teaspoon of cinnamon swirl filling over each rectangle. Roll tightly from the short end to form a log and pinch seams closed.
08 - Form each log into a ring by pinching the ends together to seal and create a bagel shape.
09 - Place formed bagels onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
10 - In a small bowl, whisk together egg and milk. Brush the tops of bagels with the egg wash mixture.
11 - Sprinkle additional cinnamon sugar mixture over bagels if desired.
12 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
13 - Allow bagels to cool for 10 minutes before serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • No boiling or complicated shaping—these bagels come together quickly with just two bowls and basic ingredients.
  • Greek yogurt creates an incredibly soft, tender crumb that stays fresh longer than traditional bagels.
  • The cinnamon swirl filling adds a sweet, spiced ribbon throughout each bite, reminiscent of a cinnamon roll in bagel form.
  • Perfect for meal prep—bake a batch on Sunday and enjoy warm, toasted bagels all week long.
  • Customizable with your favorite mix-ins like raisins, pecans, or even a cream cheese drizzle.
02 -
  • Weigh your flour for the most accurate results—too much flour can make the bagels dense and dry.
  • Don't skip the kneading step; it develops just enough gluten structure to give the bagels their characteristic chew.
  • For an extra-glossy finish, brush the egg wash on twice—once before adding toppings and once after.
  • If the cinnamon filling seems too thick, warm it slightly to make spreading easier.
  • Store leftover bagels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze individually wrapped for up to 3 months.
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