Description
These protein bagels with cottage cheese are soft, chewy, and easy to make with no yeast. A high-protein breakfast perfect for meal prep and busy mornings.
Ingredients
1 cup cottage cheese
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 egg
1 egg (for egg wash)
Optional:
everything bagel seasoning
sesame seeds
poppy seeds
cinnamon sugar
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Blend the cottage cheese until smooth to create a soft dough texture.
3. In a bowl, mix cottage cheese, egg, flour, baking powder, and salt until a soft dough forms.
4. Divide the dough into equal portions and shape into bagels.
5. Brush with egg wash and add toppings.
6. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and cooked through.
7. Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For best results, blend the cottage cheese for a smoother texture.
Do not overbake, as this can dry out the bagels.
You can customize with sweet or savory toppings depending on your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast & Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 bagels
- Calories: 180 per serving
- Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 12g