Cottage Cheese Protein Bagels
Introducing the Cottage Cheese Protein Bagel Recipe, a delightful and nutritious snack that combines simplicity with flavor! With just three easy-to-find ingredients, these bagels are perfect for busy mornings or a quick pick-me-up at any time of day. Each bagel is packed with protein from cottage cheese, ensuring you feel full and satisfied. You can prepare them in the oven or air fryer for a crispy finish, and they’re incredibly versatile when it comes to toppings—think sesame seeds, everything seasoning, or even shredded cheese! Whether enjoyed plain or dressed up, these bagels will become a staple in your healthy eating routine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 4 bagels 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup self-rising flour
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 large egg (beaten for egg wash)
- Optional toppings: sesame seeds, everything bagel seasoning, shredded asiago cheese, poppy seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Blend the cottage cheese in a food processor until smooth. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
- Add self-rising flour and mix until dough pulls away from the sides.
- Knead on a floured surface until smooth. Divide into four pieces and shape into bagels.
- Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with toppings before placing on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel (80g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg