Zucchini Bagels (Low Carb, Keto) (Print version)

Chewy low carb zucchini bagels made with almond flour, melted cheese, eggs, and squeezed zucchini for a keto-friendly breakfast bread.

# Ingredients:

For the zucchini

01 - 1 medium zucchini, grated, about 1 1/2 cups before squeezing
02 - 1/4 teaspoon fine salt

For the bagel dough

03 - 2 cups (225 g) shredded low-moisture mozzarella
04 - 2 oz (56 g) cream cheese, cubed
05 - 1 1/2 cups (150 g) fine blanched almond flour
06 - 1 tablespoon coconut flour
07 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 2 large eggs, lightly beaten

For topping

11 - 1 large egg, beaten, for brushing
12 - 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning or sesame seeds

# Instructions:

01 - Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment. Toss the grated zucchini with 1/4 teaspoon salt and let it stand for 10 minutes. Squeeze in a clean towel until very dry. You should have about 3/4 cup packed zucchini.
02 - Add mozzarella and cream cheese to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, until melted and stretchy. This usually takes 60-90 seconds.
03 - In a large bowl, stir almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, garlic powder, and black pepper until evenly combined.
04 - Add the melted cheese, 2 beaten eggs, and squeezed zucchini to the dry ingredients. Mix firmly with a sturdy spoon or damp hands until a sticky dough forms.
05 - Chill the dough for 10 minutes. Divide into 6 pieces, then shape each piece into a ring on the prepared baking sheet. Keep the center holes wide because they shrink as the bagels bake.
06 - Brush the tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning. Bake for 18-22 minutes, until golden and firm to the touch.
07 - Let the bagels cool on the pan for 10 minutes, then move them to a rack for at least 5 more minutes before slicing or toasting.

# Good to know:

01 - Makes 6 small to medium bagels.
02 - Best texture after cooling and toasting.
03 - Nutrition is an estimate per bagel.

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