Cottage Cheese Bagels (Printable Version)

Soft, chewy bagels made with cottage cheese for a protein-rich breakfast option, ready in just 35 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 for egg wash
07 - 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning or sesame seeds

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Process cottage cheese in a food processor or blender until completely smooth.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine blended cottage cheese, egg, flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until soft dough forms.
04 - Lightly flour hands and work surface. Divide dough into 4 equal portions.
05 - Roll each portion into a 7-inch rope. Form into a ring and pinch ends 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 - Allow bagels to cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • High in protein thanks to the cottage cheese and eggs, keeping you full longer
  • No yeast or rising time needed—quick and easy to make
  • Fluffy and chewy texture that rivals traditional bagels
  • Customizable with your favorite toppings and seasonings
  • Perfect for meal prep—freeze and reheat for busy mornings
02 -
  • Use full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese for the best texture—fat-free versions can make the bagels too dense
  • Don't skip blending the cottage cheese; smooth cottage cheese is key to a uniform dough
  • Brush the egg wash generously for a beautiful golden-brown finish
  • Let the bagels cool for at least 5 minutes before slicing to prevent them from becoming gummy
  • Toast leftover bagels for the best texture and flavor
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