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This everything bagel seasoning recipe is a bold, savory blend that's delicious and versatile. This homemade bagel seasoning uses 6 basic pantry ingredients and can be made without salt!
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Everything bagel seasoning is a tasty blend of white and black sesame seeds, dried onion, dried garlic, poppy seeds, and flakey salt. The exact formula can differ depending on the brand, with more or less of any ingredient.
That's the beauty of this homemade everything bagel blend. You can customize the flavor to your liking by adding more or less of any given ingredient.
My bagel seasoning recipe has a balanced flavor, even with the minimal salt I use, compared to store bought blends. I think you'll love this blend!
Why you'll love this recipe
- Flavor - This bold and savory blend features balanced proportions of garlic, onion, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, and salt.
- Versatility - It enhances various dishes, effortlessly complementing savory and sweet recipes.
- Customizable - It's easily customizable to suit personal tastes. Add more or less of your favorite spices!
- Freshness - It's made with high-quality, fresh ingredients with more intense flavor than store-bought blends.
- Budget-friendly - Utilizing pantry staples makes this seasoning more economical and minimizes waste.
- You control the ingredients. There are no preservatives or additives; you can make reduced-salt or salt-free bagel seasoning if you like.
- Personal touch - Everything bagel seasoning adds homemade charm to every meal and is ideal for gifting to friends and family any time of the year!
Why is it called everything bagel seasoning?
This seasoning blend mimics the ingredients found on the iconic Everything bagels, which are typically coated with a mixture of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, garlic, onion, and salt.
What is in everything bagel seasoning?
- White toasted sesame seeds - Readily available wherever you buy spices.
- Black sesame seeds - If you can't find them, use white sesame seeds.
- Dried onion flakes - Also called dried minced onion or dehydrated onion.
- Poppy seeds - Add a subtle nutty flavor and a slight crunch to the seasoning blend.
- Dehydrated garlic flakes - Also called dried minced garlic.
- Salt Flakes - Recommended because they disperse easily with the other spices and won't sink to the bottom of the container like regular salt.
How to make bagel seasoning
- Add spices to a small mixing bowl.
- Stir to combine.
- Transfer the blend to your favorite airtight storage container. If the container is large enough, you can skip the mixing bowl and mix everything in it.
I like to reuse my Trader Joe's Everything Bagel Seasoning container as a dispenser. I'll often set it on the dinner table during meals or dinner parties so everyone can enjoy a sprinkle of their favorite topping.
Bagel Seasoning Recipe tips and variations
- Fresh spices make the best everything bagel seasoning, but they do lose flavor over time. For the freshest selection, visit the bulk spice section of your local specialty food or spice store.
- The best part about this DIY bagel blend is you can customize it. Want more onion? Add more! Don’t care for poppy seeds? Don’t add as many. You do you!
Serving Ideas
I love to sprinkle this seasoning blend over countless foods. Here are my favorites:
- hummus or spinach artichoke dip
- cream cheese celery sticks ... or anything with cream cheese
- breakfast casserole or quick scrambled eggs
- chicken breast or chicken alfredo
- sliced tomatoes
- Brussels sprouts
- plain Greek yogurt
- veggie sandwich or avocado toast
- kale salad, tuna salad, or turkey salad
- baked potato or sweet potato
- hard-boiled eggs
Storage Tips
Like any seasoning mix, you'll want to store your bagel seasoning in an airtight container in a dark, cool spot, like your spice cupboard or pantry. If you start with relatively fresh spices, this spice blend will last up to three months.
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Everything Bagel Seasoning Recipe
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Note about scaling
When scaling, the light gray ingredient notes after the comma don’t change. Adjust as needed.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons White Sesame Seeds
- 2 tablespoons Dried Chopped Onions
- 1 tablespoon Black Sesame Seeds
- 1 tablespoon Poppy Seeds
- 2 teaspoons Dried Chopped Garlic
- ½ teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt
Instructions
- Combine ALL ingredients in a small mixing bowl.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Equipment
- small mixing bowl
Nutrition
Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on brands, ingredients, and portions.
JB says
I love this bagel seasoning, especially on avocado toast. It just adds the perfect crunchy texture and savory goodness to my weekend mornings. Thanks for the salt-free option too!