High Protein Cinnamon Raisin (Print Version)

Protein-packed cinnamon raisin bagels with Greek yogurt, perfect for a wholesome breakfast or snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 3 cups bread flour
02 - 1 cup vanilla or plain whey protein powder
03 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
04 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
05 - 2 1/4 teaspoons instant dry yeast
06 - 1 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, not non-fat
08 - 1/2 cup warm water at 110°F

→ Mix-ins

09 - 3/4 cup raisins

→ For Boiling

10 - 2 quarts water
11 - 1 tablespoon honey or barley malt syrup

→ For Topping

12 - 1 egg, beaten for egg wash
13 - Extra cinnamon sugar for sprinkling

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large bowl, combine bread flour, protein powder, cinnamon, sugar, yeast, and salt. Mix thoroughly.
02 - Add Greek yogurt and warm water. Mix with a spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
03 - Knead by hand or with a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook for 8 to 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
04 - Add raisins and knead briefly until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
05 - Place dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
06 - Punch down dough and divide into 8 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball, then poke a hole through the center and stretch to form a bagel shape.
07 - Place formed bagels on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover, and let rest for 15 minutes.
08 - Preheat oven to 425°F.
09 - Bring 2 quarts of water to a gentle boil. Add honey or barley malt syrup if using.
10 - Boil bagels 2 to 3 at a time for 1 minute per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and return to baking sheet.
11 - Brush tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar if desired.
12 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
13 - Cool on a wire rack before serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • High in protein with 14 grams per bagel, thanks to Greek yogurt and whey protein powder
  • Chewy, authentic bagel texture achieved through traditional boiling and baking
  • Naturally sweetened with raisins and a touch of cinnamon for warm, comforting flavor
  • Perfect for meal prep—these bagels freeze beautifully and reheat in minutes
  • Customizable with your favorite dried fruits, nuts, or spices
  • Made with simple, wholesome ingredients you likely already have on hand
02 -
  • Use full-fat or 2% Greek yogurt, not non-fat—it provides better moisture and texture
  • Don't skip the boiling step; it's essential for achieving authentic bagel texture and crust
  • Make the center hole larger than you think—it will close up during rising and baking
  • Test your yeast first by proofing it in warm water with a pinch of sugar to ensure it's active
  • Freeze baked bagels individually wrapped for easy grab-and-go breakfasts
  • For a shinier crust, add honey or barley malt syrup to the boiling water
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