🥯 DIY Everything Bagel Seasoning: The Ultimate Pantry Staple
Sprinkle Flavor on Everything!
Forget spending a fortune on store-bought blends! Making your own Everything Bagel Seasoning at home is incredibly easy, budget-friendly, and allows you to customize the flavors to your exact liking. This iconic mix of seeds, dried garlic, onion, and flaky salt is more than just a bagel topping—it’s a simple way to add crunch, savory depth, and irresistible flavor to virtually any dish.
It takes less than 5 minutes to combine the ingredients, and the resulting blend keeps for months, ready to elevate your eggs, avocado toast, roasted vegetables, and so much more.
📝 Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yields: About 1/2 cup (or fill one standard spice jar)
- Cuisine: American
🛒 Ingredients
This recipe focuses on the core, classic blend. The key is to use flakes/minced dried ingredients for texture, not fine powders.
| Ingredient | Quantity | Notes |
| White Sesame Seeds | 2 Tablespoons | You can toast these for a nuttier flavor. |
| Black Sesame Seeds | 1 Tablespoon | Adds visual contrast and a slightly earthier taste. (Optional, can substitute with more white sesame seeds) |
| Poppy Seeds | 2 Tablespoons | Essential for the classic look and texture. |
| Dried Minced Garlic | 1 Tablespoon | Must be dried minced or flakes, not garlic powder. |
| Dried Minced Onion | 1 Tablespoon | Must be dried minced or flakes, not onion powder. |
| Flaky Sea Salt | 1.5 Teaspoons | Crucial for the perfect crunch. Coarse Kosher salt can be substituted, but use less (about 1 teaspoon). Do not use fine table salt. |
👩🍳 Instructions
Making this seasoning blend is almost too simple!
- Optional: Toast Sesame Seeds (Highly Recommended)
- In a dry non-stick skillet over medium heat, lightly toast the white and black sesame seeds for about 3-5 minutes, shaking the pan frequently. Watch carefully to prevent burning!
- They are ready when the white seeds are lightly golden and fragrant.
- Transfer them immediately to a bowl and allow them to cool completely.
- Combine Ingredients
- In a small bowl, combine the cooled sesame seeds (if toasted), poppy seeds, dried minced garlic, dried minced onion, and flaky sea salt.
- Mix and Store
- Stir the mixture gently with a spoon or whisk until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Transfer the finished Everything Bagel Seasoning to a clean, airtight spice jar or container.
✨ Tips for the Perfect Blend
- Texture is Key: Use dried minced or flaked garlic and onion, not powders. Powders will settle at the bottom of the jar and ruin the blend's coarse texture.
- Salt Choice Matters: Flaky sea salt (like Maldon) has a light, delicate crunch that is perfect for this seasoning. Fine salt will also sink to the bottom.
- Customization: The best part of DIY is the control! Feel free to adjust the ratio of garlic/onion for a stronger kick, or use more/less salt depending on your preference.
- Additions: For an extra twist, try adding 1 teaspoon of Caraway Seeds for a subtle rye flavor, or a pinch of Red Pepper Flakes for heat.
💡 Creative Ways to Use Everything Bagel Seasoning
This versatile blend belongs on more than just bread! Here are a few favorite ways to use your homemade seasoning:
- Breakfast MVP: Sprinkle over scrambled eggs, omelets, fried eggs, or avocado toast.
- Snack Upgrade: Mix into cream cheese for a homemade spread, sprinkle on hummus, or toss with popcorn.
- Savory Baking: Use it as a topping for homemade pretzels, crusty bread, dinner rolls, or pizza dough before baking.
- Roast & Grill: Season roasted vegetables (like potatoes, asparagus, or broccoli) or sprinkle generously over grilled chicken or fish before cooking.
- Salad & Dip: Use it to rim the glass for a Bloody Mary, or mix into plain Greek yogurt for a quick, savory vegetable dip.
🧺 Storage
Store your homemade Everything Bagel Seasoning in a cool, dark, and dry place (like a pantry or spice cabinet). Stored properly in an airtight container, it will remain fresh and flavorful for up to 6 months—if you can resist using it all before then!
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