Cottage Cheese Bagels (Print)

Soft, high-protein bagels made with cottage cheese and simple ingredients for a nutritious breakfast.

# Ingredients:

→ Dough

01 - 1 cup cottage cheese, low-fat or full-fat
02 - 1 large egg
03 - 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
04 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - 0.5 teaspoon salt

→ Topping

06 - 1 egg, beaten
07 - 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a food processor or blender, process cottage cheese until completely smooth.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine blended cottage cheese, egg, flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.
04 - Lightly flour your hands and work surface. Divide dough into 4 equal portions.
05 - Roll each portion into a 7-inch rope, then shape into a ring by pinching the ends together to seal.
06 - Place bagels on prepared baking sheet. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle generously with bagel seasoning.
07 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
08 - Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • High in protein with 11g per bagel, perfect for a satisfying breakfast
  • No yeast required means no waiting for dough to rise
  • Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish
  • Customizable with your favorite toppings and mix-ins
  • Great for meal prep and freezer-friendly
02 -
  • Use low-fat or full-fat cottage cheese, not fat-free, for the best texture and moisture
  • Blend the cottage cheese completely smooth to avoid lumps in your dough
  • Don't skip the egg wash—it creates that beautiful golden crust
  • Make a double batch and freeze extras for quick breakfasts throughout the week
  • Toast leftover bagels to restore their fresh-baked texture and crispness
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