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Crispy Air Fryer Everything Bagel Bites Recipe with Easy Whipped Cream Cheese Dip

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Crispy air fryer everything bagel bites paired with a light and fluffy whipped cream cheese dip make a quick, satisfying snack perfect for busy evenings or entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 2 plain or everything bagels, cut into 1-inch bite-sized rounds
  • 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning (sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried garlic, dried onion, salt)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened (full-fat recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk (dairy-free alternatives optional)
  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest
  • Pinch of salt
  • Pinch of pepper
  • Optional: fresh chives or dill, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  2. Slice each bagel into approximately 1-inch rounds, ensuring uniform thickness.
  3. In a mixing bowl, drizzle olive oil over the bagel rounds and sprinkle everything bagel seasoning. Toss gently to coat evenly.
  4. Arrange the seasoned bagel bites in a single layer inside the air fryer basket without overlapping.
  5. Air fry for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to brown all sides evenly. Watch closely after 6 minutes to avoid burning.
  6. While the bagel bites cook, prepare the whipped cream cheese dip by placing softened cream cheese in a bowl. Add heavy cream (or milk), lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Whip with a hand mixer or whisk vigorously until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in chives or dill if using.
  7. Once bagel bites are crispy and golden, transfer to a serving plate and serve warm alongside the whipped cream cheese dip.

Notes

If bagel bites feel soft after air frying, return them to the air fryer for 1-2 more minutes. Use a light coating of oil to avoid sogginess. Preheat the air fryer for best results. For smaller air fryers, cook in batches and keep finished bites warm in a low oven (200°F/90°C) on a wire rack. Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheat best in the air fryer.

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