Making bagel chips has never been easier than with the air fryer! Done in less than 15 minutes and perfectly crispy! No air fryer, bake them in the oven!
Bagel chips are a great snack for eating alone or with a delicious dip! Since they are crispy, they hold up well to thicker dips such as Everything Bagel Dip, Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip, Garlic Hummus, Dill Pickle Dip or Buffalo Chicken Dip! Making them in the air fryer takes a fraction of the time as baking, but the oven method is still very easy. I'll share how to make both Air Fryer Bagel Chips and Oven Baked Bagel Chips, and these will be a go-to snack recipe from here on out!
Making the bagel chips is easy and only takes a few ingredients! The most important being BAGELS! I love using everything bagels because they are heavily seasoned, but all bagel types are great for bagel chips. A sweeter bagel such as blueberry, cinnamon raisin or cranberry bagels would all be delicious paired with a dip such as this Whipped Feta Dip, or a dessert dip like this chocolate chip dessert dip!
These are perfect to throw onto a charcuterie board or serve on game-day with various dips! It saves money making them yourself and it's incredibly easy! They will last up to 5 days stored in an air-tight container or ziplock bag.
How to make Air Fryer Bagel Chips:
**scroll down for full ingredients list and printable directions**
- Prepare the bagels by cutting them in half (from top to bottom, not the traditional way) and then into slices (see photo). This way you have equal sized round-ish slices.
- Add the slices to a ziplock bag or a bowl, then lightly spritz with oil spray and add the seasoning. Shake or mix carefully to coat the slices.
- Place the slices into the air fryer and make sure they aren't overlapping too much.
- Close the air fryer and cook. Check after 7 minutes and then add 2-3 more minutes depending on done-ness. Remove from the air fryer and serve with your favorite dip!
No air fryer? No problem!
How to make bagel chips in the oven:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Follow the same instructions to prepare the bagel chips. Using a lightly greased cookie or baking sheet, spread the chopped bagel pieces in an even layer. Place them in the oven and bake for 15 minutes. Check done-ness and then bake an additional 5 minutes if needed. Remove from oven. The chips will get crispier as they cool so be careful not to over-bake.
What are good dip options to serve with bagel chips?
- Garlic Hummus Recipe (Instant Pot)
- Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip
- Garlic Cheese Dip
- Instant Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Easy Ham & Cheese Dip
- Everything Bagel Dip
- Jalapeno Popper Dip
- Creamy Chipotle Bean Dip
- Whipped Basil Feta Dip
- Dill Pickle Dip
- Hot & Cheesy Artichoke Dip
- Guilt-Free Spinach Dip – Low Cal, Low Fat, High Protein!!
- French Onion Dip
- Philly Cheesesteak Dip
What type of Air Fryer should I use for this recipe?
There are many Air Fryers to choose from, but I love my PowerXL Vortex Air fryer! Here are some other great options:
- Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven, 6 Quart: 6-in-1, Broil, Roast, Dehydrate, Bake, Non-stick and Dishwasher-Safe Basket, Stainless Steel
- COSORI Air Fryer 5.8QT - Large Hot Electric Oven Oilless Cooker with 8 Quick Setting Recommendation
Making bagel chips has never been easier than with the air fryer! Done in less than 15 minutes and perfectly crispy! No air fryer, bake them in the oven!
- 2 everything bagels (or whatever flavor you want)
- olive oil spray
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
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Cut bagels in half (from top to bottom, not the traditional way) and then into round slices (about ¼ inch thick).
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Place the slices into the air fryer basket and make sure they aren’t overlapping too much.
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Close the air fryer and cook at 325 degrees for 7 minutes. Open and shake, and then add 2-3 more minutes depending on done-ness. Remove from the air fryer.
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Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Using a lightly greased baking sheet, spread the chopped bagel pieces in an even layer. Place them in the oven and bake for 15 minutes. Check done-ness and then bake an additional 5 minutes if needed. Remove from oven. The chips will get crispier as they cool so be careful not to over-bake.
Recipe Video
They will last up to 5 days stored in an air-tight container or ziplock bag.
April
I made these with blueberry bagels and they were super yummy! I can't wait to try them with ALL the different bagel flavors.
Krystle
I never knew you could make these at home, they came out SO crispy. Can't wait try them in Chex Mix next.
Beth
My daughter went and got strawberry cream cheese to eat these crispy chips! So delicious and absolutely loved here. I love using my air fryer for easy snack recipes!
Sandra
My husband loves bagels so this recipe is really a huge hit at my house!
Erin
These Air Fryer Bagel Chips disappear in our house!
Tisha
These are the perfect chip for a dip!!!
Catalina
The best snack ever! Who can resist these bagel chips! Deliciousness!