Description

These cottage cheese bagels are a deliciously protein-packed twist on the classic bagel, made with cottage cheese for added richness and moisture. Easy to prepare and bake, they’re perfect for a savory breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 1/2 tsp baking powder

Pinch of salt

1 1/4 cups full-fat cottage cheese

Egg wash (1 egg whisked with a splash of water)

Everything But The Bagel Seasoning (or toppings of your choice)

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Instructions

Preheat oven and prep baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Blend cottage cheese: In a blender or food processor, blend the cottage cheese on high until smooth and creamy.
Make the dough: In a large bowl, combine the whipped cottage cheese, flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until a dough forms. It will be a little sticky, so don’t worry if it feels a bit tacky.
Shape the bagels: Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Wet your hands to help shape them into bagel rings. The dough will be sticky, so wetting your hands will help with the shaping.
Apply egg wash: Brush the tops of the bagels with the whisked egg wash for a glossy, golden finish.
Top with seasoning: Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning (or your preferred toppings) generously on top.
Bake: Place the bagels in the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch.
Cool and serve: Let the bagels cool slightly before slicing, toasting, and adding your favorite toppings.

Notes

Cheese lovers: Add shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan) to the dough for a cheesy twist.

Herbed bagels: Add dried herbs like rosemary, thyme, or garlic powder to the dough for extra flavor.

Sweet bagels: Add a spoonful of honey or cinnamon to the dough for a sweeter version, and top with a cinnamon-sugar mixture.

Mini bagels: Shape the dough into smaller portions to make mini bagels, perfect for bite-sized snacks.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bagel
Calories: 180 kcal
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 230 mg
Fat: 8 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 19 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 10 g
Cholesterol: 55 mg