Serves 4

We’re loving bagels again, only this time, without the carb crash! These are wonderful served with cream cheese, and amazing toasted with added avocado and cheddar cheese!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:
2 large eggs
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons plain cream cheese
1 ¼ cups almond flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon everything bagel seasonings OR sesame seeds
8 tablespoons plain cream cheese for serving

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

Melt shredded cheese and cream cheese in a microwave-safe bowl and stir very well to combine.

Mix 1 egg, almond flour and baking powder in a large mixing bowl, making sure there are no clumps.

Pour in melted cheese and stir well to combine.

Form 4 balls with your hands and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Flatten a bit with your hand and form a hole in the center of each ball with your thumb to create a traditional bagel shape.

Brush each bagel with the remaining egg.

Sprinkle sesame seeds on each bun.

Bake in the oven for 17-20 minutes or until golden.

Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing in half and serving with additional cream cheese.

Storing any leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Enjoy!

Calories: 416
Carbs: 11
Net Carbs: 7
Protein: 20
Fat: 35