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Air fryer bagel bites topped with pepperoni and cheese, on a white plate.
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Air Fryer Bagel Bites

Homemade air fryer bagel bites are so much better than store-bought and because you’re making them yourself, the topping possibilities are endless!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Appetizers/Snacks
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Author: Rachel Gurk

Ingredients

  • 4 mini bagels
  • ½ cup pizza sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped pepperoni (see note)

Instructions

  • Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) while you prepare the mini bagels.
  • If the bagels aren’t pre-sliced, carefully slice the mini bagels in half horizontally. Arrange the bagel halves in a single layer in the air fryer basket. You may have to cook them in batches.
    4 mini bagels
  • Spread a spoonful of pizza sauce on each bagel half. Top evenly with mozzarella cheese and pepperoni.
    ½ cup pizza sauce, 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, ¼ cup chopped pepperoni
  • Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes, or until the bagel bites are toasted and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Carefully remove the bagel bites from the air fryer and let them cool for a couple of minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Topping ideas: If you prefer a different pizza topping, limit the total amount (for all the bagel bites) to ½ cup. Suggestions: green or black olives, cooked ham, cooked bacon, cooked sausage, finely diced bell peppers, thinly sliced red onion, pineapple tidbits, etc.
  • Oven baked: This method works well if you want to make a lot of bagel bites at one time. Bake bagel bites on a baking sheet in a preheated 350ºF oven for about 10 minutes, or until they're crispy.
  • To freeze: Top the bagel halves as desired. Freeze in a single layer on a large plate or small sheet pan until solid. Transfer to an airtight container or freezer bag, freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Air fry frozen bagel bites: Arrange pre-made (store-bought) frozen bagels in a single layer. Air fry at 360ºF for 6 to 7 minutes or until crisp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bagel bite | Calories: 121kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 328mg | Potassium: 87mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 161IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 1mg

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