Description
These high-protein cottage cheese bagels are made with just two simple ingredients: cottage cheese and self-rising flour! They’re soft, fluffy, and packed with 11g of protein per serving, making them perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack. No yeast required!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese (excess liquid drained)
- 1 cup self-rising flour (plus more as needed)
- 1 large egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- Toppings: Everything bagel seasoning, sesame seeds, or choice
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Blend Cottage Cheese:
- Place cottage cheese in a blender and blend until smooth (about 1 minute).
- Scrape down the sides as needed.
2️⃣ Make the Dough:
- Transfer blended cottage cheese to a bowl.
- Add self-rising flour and mix until a dough forms.
- Knead on a lightly floured surface for 5 minutes until smooth. (Some bumps are fine!)
- If sticky, add a little more flour.
3️⃣ Shape the Bagels:
- Divide dough into 4 equal parts (about 80-90g each).
- Roll each into a 6-7 inch rope (about 1 inch thick).
- Join the ends to form a circle, pinching the seam tightly.
- Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with seasoning.
4️⃣ Choose Cooking Method:
➡ Air Fryer Method:
- Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Spray the basket with nonstick spray.
- Air fry for 13-15 minutes until golden brown.
➡ Oven Method:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Bake on the top rack for 25-30 minutes until golden.
5️⃣ Cool & Serve:
- Let cool for 15 minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings! 🧈
Notes
Blend Cottage Cheese:
- Place cottage cheese in a blender and blend until smooth (about 1 minute).
- Scrape down the sides as needed.
2️⃣ Make the Dough:
- Transfer blended cottage cheese to a bowl.
- Add self-rising flour and mix until a dough forms.
- Knead on a lightly floured surface for 5 minutes until smooth. (Some bumps are fine!)
- If sticky, add a little more flour.
3️⃣ Shape the Bagels:
- Divide dough into 4 equal parts (about 80-90g each).
- Roll each into a 6-7 inch rope (about 1 inch thick).
- Join the ends to form a circle, pinching the seam tightly.
- Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with seasoning.
4️⃣ Choose Cooking Method:
➡ Air Fryer Method:
- Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Spray the basket with nonstick spray.
- Air fry for 13-15 minutes until golden brown.
➡ Oven Method:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Bake on the top rack for 25-30 minutes until golden.
5️⃣ Cool & Serve:
- Let cool for 15 minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings! 🧈
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1Bagel
- Calories: 180kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 40mg