Air Fryer Bagel Bites Time & Temperature Guide

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Detailed time & temperature conversion guide for bagel bites in the air fryer. Learn how to adjust oven recipes, cook from frozen, and get juicy results across brands like Ninja, Cosori, Philips, and Instant. See the full air fryer conversion chart for more foods.

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Safe Cooking Range

Typical oven baseline range for Bagel Bites:

12–16 minutes

Air fryer time is typically ~20% less than oven time

Cooking Tips & Guidelines

Essential tips for perfect air fryer bagel bites

Tip 1

Cook from frozen

Tip 2

Allow to cool slightly

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Air Fryer Bagel Bites Time & Temp Guide (Crispy, Cheesy & Fast)

By Airfryer Conversion Chart Culinary Team • Reviewed on 2025-08-18

For a quick frozen snack, air fryer Bagel Bites cook perfectly straight from the freezer.

In tests with the Ninja AF101, Cosori Pro II, and Instant Vortex Plus, the sweet spot was 6–8 minutes at 375°F (190°C) for gooey cheese and crisp edges. For extra crunch, cook 8–9 minutes at 380°F (193°C).

No preheating or thawing needed — just spread them in a single layer.

Pro tip: Don’t overcrowd the basket. A single layer ensures cheese melts evenly and the mini bagels crisp up without sogginess.

Additional Information

Cooking Variants

• Standard: 6–8 min @ 375°F / 190°C
• Extra crispy: 8–9 min @ 380°F / 193°C
• Cheese melt focus: Cover with foil last 2 min

Brand Adjustments

• ninja: ±0°F, time ×1
• cosori: -5°F, time ×0.95
• philips: ±0°F, time ×1.05
• instant: 5°F, time ×1

Frozen Instructions

Cooked directly from frozen — no thaw required.

Sauce Cautions

• Cheese can bubble and brown fast — check at 6 minutes.

Visual Doneness

• Cheese melted and slightly golden.
• Edges crisp but not burnt.

Troubleshooting

• Undercooked centers? Add 1–2 min at 375°F.
• Too brown? Lower temp to 370°F and check earlier.
• Cheese burning? Tent with foil last 2 min.

Leftovers

Best eaten fresh. If needed, reheat 3–4 min at 350°F until warm.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long to cook Bagel Bites in the air fryer?

6–8 minutes at 375°F (190°C) directly from frozen.

Do Bagel Bites need to be thawed first?

No — they’re cooked straight from frozen.

What temp works best?

375°F for melty cheese, 380°F for extra crispy edges.

How do I stop cheese from burning?

Check at 6 minutes or cover lightly with foil near the end.