Crispy Everything Bagel Bits!!!

These Crispy Everything Bagel Bites are a clever, no-waste way to give leftover bread new life as a crunchy, savory snack. By cutting plain or seasoned bagels into small cubes and tossing them with olive oil and everything bagel seasoning, you create homemade croutons that easily outshine anything from the store. The dense, chewy texture of bagels holds up beautifully in a 375°F oven, resulting in a crisp, golden exterior with a firm, satisfying bite.

Crispy Everything Bagel Bites

Ingredients

2 bagels (plain or everything), cut into cubes
2–3 tbsp everything bagel seasoning
1–2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
Pinch of salt (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and burning.

Step 2: Cut the Bagels
Slice the bagels into evenly sized ½-inch cubes.

Tip: Slightly stale bagels work best—they’re drier, so they crisp faster and hold their shape better when tossed.

Step 3: Season
Place the cubes in a bowl, drizzle with oil, and toss until evenly coated. Sprinkle the seasoning over the top and toss again to distribute it well.

Step 4: Bake
Spread the cubes in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 10–15 minutes, turning them halfway through.

Tip: Check them around the 10-minute mark—garlic and onion in the seasoning can brown quickly.

Step 5: Cool
Remove from the oven and let them cool completely on the pan. They’ll continue to crisp as they cool, giving them that perfect crunch.