This viral rice paper breakfast bagel is crispy, cheesy, high protein, and surprisingly satisfying. Made with rice paper wrappers, eggs, cheese, and breakfast sausage or bacon, this fun breakfast trend creates a chewy bagel-like texture without using traditional bread.
If you love crispy breakfast wraps, breakfast crunchwraps, or viral TikTok food trends, this easy recipe is worth trying. If you love this rice paper trend try out Rice Paper Mochi!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Crispy and chewy texture
- High protein breakfast idea
- Easy to customize
- Naturally gluten free
- Great for meal prep
- Made with simple ingredients
What Is a Rice Paper Breakfast Bagel?
Instead of using bread or bagels, softened rice paper wrappers are dipped in egg wash, filled with breakfast ingredients, rolled into a spiral, and air fried or baked until crispy and golden brown.
The result is a crispy outside with a cheesy, savory center that tastes like a mix between a breakfast wrap and a toasted bagel.
Ingredients Needed for Rice Paper Bagel
- 4 rice paper wrappers
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 2 scrambled eggs
- ½ cup cooked breakfast sausage or bacon
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon green onions
- Everything bagel seasoning
Ingredient Notes
Rice Paper Wrappers: Found near Asian foods or spring roll wrappers at most grocery stores.
Cheese: Cheddar melts best, but mozzarella, pepper jack, or Swiss also work great.
Breakfast Meat: Sausage, bacon, turkey sausage, or diced ham all work well.
Substitution Tips
- Use turkey sausage for a lighter version
- Add spinach or peppers for extra veggies
- Swap cheddar for pepper jack
- Use egg whites for extra protein
- Add hot sauce or salsa before serving
How to Make a Rice Paper Breakfast Bagel
Step 1: Make the Egg Wash - In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
Step 2: Dip the Rice Paper - Quickly dip each rice paper wrapper into the egg wash until softened but not falling apart.
Step 3: Add the Filling - Lay the rice paper wrappers slightly overlapping on a cutting board. Add: scrambled eggs, sausage or bacon, shredded cheese, and green onions.
Step 4: Roll Into a Spiral - Carefully roll everything into a long log shape, then coil it into a spiral or bagel shape.
Sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning.
Step 5: Air Fry - Air fry at 375 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
You can also bake at 400 degrees for about 15 minutes.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these bagels with:
- Smoked Salsa
- hot sauce
- avocado
- Fruit Salad with Vanilla Pudding
- cottage cheese
- Protein Yogurt Parfaits
Pro Tips for Rice Paper Bagels
- Don’t oversoak the rice paper or it can tear
- Spray lightly with cooking spray for extra crispiness
- Let the bagel cool for 2 minutes before slicing
- Air fryers create the crispiest texture
Common Questions
Not exactly, but the crispy chewy texture gives a similar bite and makes it feel more satisfying than a regular breakfast wrap.
Yes. Reheat in the air fryer for the best crispy texture.
They can be a high protein breakfast option depending on the ingredients used.
Nutrition Information
Estimated per serving:
- Calories: 340
- Protein: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fat: 19g
This viral rice paper breakfast bagel trend is one of the most creative breakfast recipes to come out of TikTok lately. The crispy outside, gooey cheese, and chewy texture make it surprisingly delicious and perfect for busy mornings.
If you try this recipe, experiment with different fillings and seasonings to make it your own.
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Rice Paper Bagel
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 12 min
- Total Time: 22 min
- Yield: 1 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Air Fryer or Oven
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Dairy-Free
Description
Make this viral crispy rice paper breakfast bagel with eggs, cheese, and sausage in the air fryer. A high protein breakfast idea with a chewy, crispy texture.
Ingredients
4 rice paper wrappers
2 eggs
1 tablespoon milk
2 scrambled eggs
½ cup cooked breakfast sausage or bacon
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon green onions
Everything bagel seasoning
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Egg Wash - In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
Step 2: Dip the Rice Paper - Quickly dip each rice paper wrapper into the egg wash until softened but not falling apart.
Step 3: Add the Filling - Lay the rice paper wrappers slightly overlapping on a cutting board. Add: scrambled eggs, sausage or bacon, shredded cheese, and green onions.
Step 4: Roll Into a Spiral - Carefully roll everything into a long log shape, then coil it into a spiral or bagel shape.
Sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning.
Step 5: Air Fry - Air fry at 375 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
You can also bake at 400 degrees for about 15 minutes.
Notes
- Use turkey sausage for a lighter version
- Add spinach or peppers for extra veggies
- Swap cheddar for pepper jack
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 344
- Fat: 19g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 24g
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