This must have homemade seasoning recipe, especially if you are making bagels, is SO easy to make with just 5 ingredients and goes on just about everything. Everything Bagel Seasoning is made with ingredients you probably already have in your spice cupboard and is the perfect topping for homemade bagels, as well as on eggs, avocado toast and so much more.
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We are obsessed with this everything bagel seasoning. Literally! We can't get enough of it and we are constantly finding new things to put it on.
So, why not make a double batch and find out for yourself just how good and versatile this seasoning is? Just 5 ingredients and less than 5 minutes to make.
Technically it's everything but the bagel seasoning, as there is no bagel here, but traditionally it would be the seasoning on top of a fresh bagel. In our option, it is the BEST bagel seasoning and always out go-to when in a bagel shop.
I always bring a couple of jars of this back from the States with me, as it just isn't a thing here in the UK. But, when I ran out of it I thought it must be easy to make myself and turns out, it is!
Looking for more seasoning recipes? Why not try our Ultimate Burger Seasoning, Peri Peri Seasoning or French Fry Seasoning?
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Ingredients and Substitutions
A full ingredients list, along with US Customary and Metric measurements, can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.
- Sesame seeds - We used a combination of white and black sesame seeds.
- Garlic granules
- Onion powder
- Poppy seeds
- Salt - The slight pink tint you can see in the picture above is because we used pink Himalayan salt. Regular sea salt or Kosher salt will work just as well.
Variations
The actual ingredients themselves are what they are, so I wouldn't change those. However, the great thing about homemade everything bagel seasoning, rather than store bought, is that you can control the ratios.
Want to use less salt or leave it out? You can! Want it to be heavier on the garlic? Add more! You could even add some red chilli flakes if you wanted to give it a bit of a kick of spice.
How to Make Everything Bagel Seasoning
Step 1
Put all of the ingredients into a bowl or on a plate.
Step 2
Mix well to combine everything evenly. Store in an air tight container.
Serving Suggestions
Everything! Put it on everything! Okay, maybe not ice cream. Firstly, make your own bagels and sprinkle it on top. Try our Easy Bagel Recipe or if you want something with added protein, then try our Cottage Cheese Bagels.
It also goes really well on avocado toast or scrambled eggs. Have you tried our Scrambled Eggs with Cottage Cheese yet?
You can put it on top of a baked potato, as a seasoning on top of soup, on a salad or even on popcorn for something a little different. It's a great way to add some extra flavour to roasted vegetables or even sprinkling on some homemade hummus.
Looking for a new way to season salmon or chicken breast? This everything bagel seasoning is the way to go!
Storage
Store: Once you have mixed all your seasoning together, then you can transfer it to a jar and it will keep at room temperature in a dry place for up to 6 months.
Dannii's Top Tips
- We like to use flaked sea salt, as it gives the bagel seasoning a big more texture, but if you only have coarse sea salt then that is fine. It will look like a lot of salt, but it's essential for that authentic everything bagel seasoning flavour.
- If you want to, you could toast the seeds before adding them to the mix, and it will add a bit more flavour, but you don't have to.
- However, if you are using the seasoning for bagels, do not toast the seeds first, otherwise they will burn in the oven on the bagel.
Frequently Asked Questions
I know that poppy seeds aren't available in every country, so if you can't get them then you could just leave them out or use chia or flax seeds instead.
If you are trying to be mindful of salt, then you could leave it out however it would not have the same flavour. You could always just add a pinch of salt.
Yes, you can and you should! Just mix everything together and make sure you have a jar bit enough to store.
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Recipe
Everything Bagel Seasoning
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon of White sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoon of Black sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoon of Garlic granules
- 2 tablespoon of Onion powder
- 2 teaspoon of Poppy seeds
- 3 tablespoon of Sea salt
Instructions
- Put all of the ingredients into a bowl or on a plate.
- Mix well to combine everything evenly.
- Store in an air tight container.
Recipe Tips
- We like to use flaked sea salt, as it gives the bagel seasoning a big more texture, but if you only have coarse sea salt then that is fine. It will look like a lot of salt, but it's essential for that authentic everything bagel seasoning flavour.
- If you want to, you could toast the seeds before adding them to the mix, and it will add a bit more flavour, but you don't have to.
- However, if you are using the seasoning for bagels, do not toast the seeds first, otherwise they will burn in the oven on the bagel.
Nutritional Information
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The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
As all appliances vary, cooking times are a guide. Please note that by changing the serving size, the cooking time may also need to be altered.
Liz says
Excellent seasoning! I saved it to my recipe box app and will make it for years to come. I especially love it on my avocado toast but will try it out with other things as well. Thanks for the recipe!
DK says
Ah this seasoning is spot on! I love sprinkling this on my bagels and even on my pancakes - it's delicious!
Paula says
This is my favorite seasoning, I'm so excited to start making my own version.
Sara Welch says
This was such a delicious seasoning that doesn't disappoint! Quick, easy and inexpensive; a great recipe to have on hand, indeed!
Vicky says
I love everything bagel seasoning! I use it on everything and I'm so excited to hear that I can make it myself.
Beth says
Perfection. I have a homemade bagel recipe that's just begging for this seasoning!
Claudine says
Thanks Danni! Easy on the pocket and tastes delightful