Protein Bagels with Cottage Cheese
Whip up these delightful Protein Bagels with Cottage Cheese in just under 30 minutes for a nutritious breakfast or lunch option! These bagels are not only quick and easy to make, but they also boast a high protein content thanks to the cottage cheese, making them perfect for fueling your day. Enjoy them plain, or customize with your favorite toppings such as avocado spread, nut butter, or even a savory egg sandwich. With their unique texture and taste, these bagels will keep you coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour (or whole wheat/gluten-free mix)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup 2% cottage cheese (strained)
- 1 egg white (beaten)
- Optional toppings: everything bagel seasoning, sesame seeds, poppy seeds
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until blended.
- Add strained cottage cheese and mix until crumbled.
- Knead the dough gently by hand until smooth and tacky (about 2 minutes).
- Divide dough into four balls; shape each into a bagel by rolling and joining ends.
- Brush with egg wash and sprinkle desired toppings before placing on a baking sheet.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg