These Everything Bagel Bits capture all the bold, toasty flavor of your favorite everything bagel—without the carbs or the baking. Made with just 5 simple ingredients, they’re a crispy, seed-packed topping you can sprinkle on avocado toast, salads, eggs, soups, or eat by the handful as a savory snack.
Ready in 15 minutes and endlessly versatile.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 🥯 Only 5 ingredients—pantry staples!
- ⏱️ 10 minutes prep, 5–7 minutes bake
- 💛 One baking sheet = easy cleanup
- 💸 Costs under $4—makes ~1 cup
- 🌾 Naturally nut-free, gluten-free (check seasoning), and vegan
Ingredients You’ll Need
(Makes about 1 cup)
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs (or gluten-free panko)
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds (white and/or black)
- 2 tbsp poppy seeds
- 1 tbsp dried minced garlic
- 1 tbsp dried minced onion
- 1½ tbsp everything bagel seasoning (optional, for extra punch)
- 1½ tbsp olive oil or melted butter
- Pinch of salt (if seasoning is unsalted)
💡 Pro Tips:
- Use dried garlic/onion—fresh will burn and add moisture.
- Toast seeds first (optional): Dry-toast sesame/poppy seeds 2 mins for deeper flavor.
- Watch closely while baking—they go from golden to burnt fast!
Step-by-Step Instructions (Crunchy, Golden, Foolproof)
1. Prep & Preheat
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Ingredients
- In a bowl, combine panko, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, garlic, onion, everything seasoning, oil, and salt.
- Stir until evenly coated.
3. Bake Until Crisp
