Homemade Bagel Chips (Only 3 Ingredients!)
Homemade bagel chips are a versatile snack that have found their way into my heart! Originally a clever way to use up stale bagels, they’ve now become a staple in my kitchen. I use them to accompany a smoked salmon platter, dip them in chip dip or hummus, or spread them with cream cheese or homemade crème fraîche.
Bagel chips, sometimes called bagel crisps, are thinly sliced bagels that have been baked until crispy. Stale bagels work best because they’re a little bit more dried out and not as crumbly, but you can also use fresh bagels if that’s what you have. The beauty of this recipe is that you can customize it to suit your taste. In this version, I’ve used homemade everything bagel seasoning but you can also use cinnamon sugar, garlic butter, ranch powder, or anything else you like.
One of the best things about bagel chips is their versatility. As I mentioned you can use them for dipping or add them to charcuterie boards, but they’re also a great side for soups like this Maritime fish chowder, or even as a replacement for croutons in Caesar salad. And if you’ve ever had Chex mix, you’ll know that bagel chips add a great texture and flavor to the mix. I’d love to know if you give them a try!
💞 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ This is an easy recipe, perfect for beginners or if you need a quick appetizer.
✔️ You can customize your bagel crisps with any flavors you like.
✔️ It’s a great way to use up stale bagels.
📋 Ingredients For Homemade Bagel Chips
Ingredient Notes
- Plain Bagels: Any type of bagel can be used to make homemade bagel chips, but plain bagels are a good starting point.
- Olive Oil: This helps the seasoning stick to the bagels and gives the chips a nice crunch.
- Everything Bagel Seasoning: I like to make my own everything bagel seasoning to control the flavors and amount of salt added, however, it’s also widely available in stores.
It’s important to note when making substitutions in recipes, the texture and flavor may be slightly different. However, these substitutes are the best options if you are looking to change the original recipe.
Ingredient Substitutions
- Bagels: If you don’t have bagels, you could use a similar type of bread. A dense bread like sourdough would probably work best.
- Olive Oil: You can use any light-flavored neutral oil you like. Canola or avocado oil are good substitutes.
- Everything Bagel Seasoning: If you don’t have this, you could use a different seasoning blend like Italian seasoning or garlic salt.
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👩🍳 How To Make Homemade Bagel Chips
STEP 1—Preheat the oven and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice each bagel on a slight angle into thin rounds, about ⅛ to ¼-inch thick.
STEP 2—Drizzle the oil over the bagel slices then use your hands to scoop and toss the bagel slices with the oil until evenly distributed.
STEP 3—Add the everything bagel seasoning.
STEP 4—Repeat scooping and tossing with your hands until the seasoning is well distributed.
STEP 5—Spread the bagel slices evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake them for 15 minutes, then flip them over, and bake them for 10 to 15 minutes more. Cool your homemade bagel chips completely before storing them.
🗣 Expert Tips
1. Use a serrated knife to slice the bagels. This helps to get even, thin slices that will bake uniformly.
2. Because they’re round, aim to cut the bagels at a slight angle. This technique will help avoid ending up with one large triangular piece at the end.
3. Keep an eye on your bagel chips while they’re in the oven. They can go from perfectly crispy to burnt in minutes.
📝 Recipe Notes
- Any type of bagel can be used for this bagel chips recipe, but plain bagels are a good starting point if you want to experiment with adding flavoring.
- Allow the bagel chips to cool completely before storing them. They’ll continue to crisp up as they cool.
- Homemade bagel chips can last up to a week when stored in an airtight zipper-top bag or container. If they start to lose their crunch, you can re-crisp them in the oven.
🙋♀️ Recipe FAQ
Bagel chips are called so because they are essentially bagels that have been sliced thin and baked until they become crispy, like chips. The name reflects their origin and their final texture.
Bagel chips are made of bagels, oil, and seasoning. In this recipe, we’re using everything bagel seasoning, but you can customize the seasoning to your liking.
Homemade bagel chips should be stored in an airtight zipper-top bag or container to keep them crispy. They can last for up to a week when stored properly.
Homemade bagel chips can last up to a week when stored properly. If they start to lose their crunch, you can re-crisp them in the oven. Always check for signs of spoilage like mold or off smells before consuming.
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Printable Recipe Card
Homemade Bagel Chips (Only 3 Ingredients!)
Special Equipment
- Small serrated knife
- Measuring cups and spoons or digital kitchen scale
- Large mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- 4 plain bagels, stale
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice each bagel from top to bottom on a slight angle into thin rounds, about ⅛ to ¼-inch thick. A serrated knife is helpful here to get even slices.
- Place the sliced bagels into a large bowl. Drizzle the oil over the bagel slices then use your hands to scoop and toss the bagel slices with the oil until evenly distributed.
- Add the everything bagel seasoning and repeat scooping and tossing with your hands until the seasoning is well distributed.
- Dump the bagel slices onto the prepared baking sheet and spread them into an even layer. Place any extra chips on top of the first layer. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, then flip each chip over and bake for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until the chips are lightly browned and crispy. Cool completely on the sheet on a wire rack then store in an air-tight zipper-top bag or container.
Recipe Notes
- Any type of bagel can be used for this bagel chips recipe, but plain bagels are a good starting point if you want to experiment with adding flavoring.
- Allow the bagel chips to cool completely before storing them. They’ll continue to crisp up as they cool.
- Homemade bagel chips can last up to a week when stored in an airtight zipper-top bag or container. If they start to lose their crunch, you can re-crisp them in the oven.
