Cottage Cheese Bagels
These cottage cheese bagels are soft, protein-rich, and made with just a few ingredients, perfect for quick mornings or weekend brunch.
Equipment
- food processor
- mixing bowl
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- oven or air fryer
- pastry brush
Ingredients
- 1 cup self-rising flour (or 1 cup AP flour + 1 tsp baking powder + 1/2 tsp salt)
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Toppings: sesame seeds, everything bagel seasoning, shredded asiago cheese, poppy seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Blend cottage cheese until smooth using a food processor.
- Transfer to a bowl, add flour, and mix until a dough forms.
- Turn dough onto floured surface and knead 8–10 times until smooth.
- Divide into 4 balls, roll into ropes, and form bagel shapes.
- Brush with egg wash and add toppings of choice.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden. Cool 15 minutes before slicing.
- (Alternative air fry: cook at 350°F for 12–14 minutes)
Notes
Use a thick, full-fat cottage cheese for best results. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for 2 months. To reheat: toast or warm in oven at 300°F for 5–6 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 11gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 182mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 75IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.5mg