Keto Vegetarian Pizza Bagel Snack Recipe

Gluten Free
Snacks
Vegetarian
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Keto Vegetarian Pizza Bagel Snack
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Description

Forget the frozen aisle – you can create something truly special at home! These pizza bagels elevate the simple snack to a delightful culinary experience. The base starts with homemade bagels, crafted to achieve that perfect chewy, dense texture that holds toppings so well.

Unlike ordinary bread, these bagels are designed to support a generous layer of flavorful ingredients without losing their structural integrity. The secret lies in a careful blend of mozzarella and cream cheese, creating an elasticity that gives the bagel its signature bite. A touch of xanthan gum further enhances the density and chewiness, ensuring a satisfying texture in every bite.

Before baking, a brushed egg wash creates a beautiful golden-brown coating, reminiscent of classic bakery bagels. The pizza topping is a symphony of simple yet delicious flavors. Finely minced mushrooms simmered in a rich marinara sauce form the base, offering an earthy and savory foundation.

A sprinkle of parmesan cheese adds a salty, umami note, completing the traditional pizza profile. Feel free to get creative and customize your pizza bagels with a variety of toppings. For vegetarian options, consider adding finely minced bell peppers, olives, zucchini, or spinach.

If you prefer a protein boost, incorporate minced pepperoni or crispy Italian sausage crumbles. For adventurous palates, try swirling buffalo sauce into the marinara for a spicy kick, or using barbecue sauce for a smoky-sweet twist. Elevate your pizza bagels with gourmet touches like fresh herb garnishes or a drizzle of truffle oil.

Remember, the key to successful pizza bagels is to keep all ingredients finely minced, ensuring they adhere well to the bagel and create a cohesive flavor experience. Each bite offers a delightful combination of textures and tastes, from the chewy bagel base to the savory toppings and melted cheese. Whether enjoyed as a snack or a light meal, these homemade pizza bagels are sure to satisfy your cravings and impress your taste buds.

This recipe transforms a childhood favorite into a sophisticated and customizable treat, perfect for any occasion.

Preparation Time

Prep Time
2 h 25 min
Cook Time
36 min
Total Time
3 h 1 min

Nutrition Information

Per 1 pizza bagel serving
C
Calories
320 Kcal

C
Carbs
15 g
Fi
Fiber
5 g
Sugar
3 g

P
Protein
10 g

C
Fats
25 g
Saturated Fats 10 g
Unsaturated Fats 12 g

Cholestrol 30 mg
Sodium 400 mg
Potassium 150 mg
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Ingredients

    1.
    Almond Flour
    Almond Flour
    1 cup
    2.
    Salt
    Salt
    ⅛ teaspoon
    3.
    Baking Aids Xanthan Gum by Bob's Red Mill
    Baking Aids Xanthan Gum by Bob's Red Mill
    1 teaspoon
    4.
    Raw Egg
    Raw Egg
    1 large
    5.
    Cream Cheese
    Cream Cheese
    1 ounce
    6.
    Mozzarella Cheese
    Mozzarella Cheese
    1-½ cup, shredded
    7.
    Onion Powder
    Onion Powder
    ¼ teaspoon
    8.
    Garlic Powder
    Garlic Powder
    ¼ teaspoon
    9.
    Sesame Seeds
    Sesame Seeds
    ¼ teaspoon, whole pieces
    10.
    Raw Egg
    Raw Egg
    1 large
    11.
    Brown Mushrooms (Italian Or Crimini Mushrooms), Raw, High In Vitamin D
    Brown Mushrooms (Italian Or Crimini Mushrooms), Raw, High In Vitamin D
    2-½ ounce
    12.
    Olive Oil
    Olive Oil
    1 tablespoon
    13.
    Marinara Or Spaghetti Sauce Commercially Prepared
    Marinara Or Spaghetti Sauce Commercially Prepared
    6 tablespoon
    14.
    Oregano, Dried
    Oregano, Dried
    ¼ teaspoon
    15.
    Parmesan Cheese
    Parmesan Cheese
    2 teaspoon, grated

Instructions

    1.
    At least 2 hours before you want to bake your bagels, make the Fathead Dough. In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, salt, and xanthan. Whisk the egg together and stir into the almond flour. Set the bowl aside. In a pot over low heat, melt the mozzarella and cream cheese together until you have a smooth, creamy, melted cheese.
    2.
    Let the melted cheese cool for 30 seconds off the stove. Then, mix the melted cheese into the almond flour bowl. Mix and knead the wet dough until all the yellow and white streaks are gone. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and cool in your refrigerator for at least 2 hours before continuing.
    3.
    When it time to bake the bagels, preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Divide the dough into 4 portions. Use your thumb and fingers to press a hole into the center of each portion of dough and pinch the dough into a bagel shape about 3 inches wide. Arrange the bagels on a sheet tray lined with parchment paper. Spray the top of each bagel once with a spritz of pan spray, and sprinkle half the onion powder, garlic powder, and sesame seeds over the bagels. Flip them over. Then, whisk together a second egg and brush it lightly over the clean top and sides of the bagels. Sprinkle the remaining onion powder, garlic powder, and sesame seeds over the bagels.
    4.
    Bake the tray of bagels for 25 minutes until the tops are golden brown, just like a bagel. Set the bagels aside to cool once done for about 10 minutes. They ll need to be cool enough for you to touch. Slice each bagel through the middle and lay the bagels open with the insides facing up on the sheet tray. Place the bagels back in your oven for 5 minutes. This additional 5 minutes will finish off the cooking of the doughy centers and give the edges crisper doneness as if you were toasting them.
    5.
    While the bagels are baking for the first 25 minutes, you can make the vegetarian pizza topping. Mince cremini mushrooms into small pieces. The finer the pieces, the better it will be for pizza bagels. Toss the minced mushroom together with the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sautee the mushroom until just tender. Then, reduce the stove to low heat and stir in the marinara and oregano. Let the ingredients cook together for an additional 1-2 minutes over low heat. Set this topping aside to cool for the next step.
    6.
    Leave your oven on and turn the broiler onto high when the open-faced bagels are done toasting. Use a spoon to spread the mushroom topping over each bagel slice, spreading it to the edges. Sprinkle about teaspoon of grated parmesan over each pizza bagel. Set the pizza bagels under your broiler for just 3 minutes or until the cheese melts and turns barely golden brown. You can add any additional toppings or seasonings at this point at your discretion. Serve warm. The recommended serving is 2 pizza bagel slices (1 whole bagel).