Cottage Cheese Protein Bagels
A nutritious and delicious twist on traditional bagels, packed with protein from cottage cheese and ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Bagel Base Ingredients
- 1 cup self-rising flour Provides the structure of the bagel.
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese Adds creaminess and protein.
- 1 each egg, beaten For the egg wash.
Toppings
- as desired sesame seeds
- as desired everything seasoning
- as desired asiago cheese
- as desired poppy seeds
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the self-rising flour and cottage cheese in a mixing bowl until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
- Divide the dough into 6 equal portions and roll into balls.
- Press your thumb through the center of each ball to form a hole about 1.5 inches wide.
Finishing Touches
- Brush the tops of the bagels with the beaten egg wash.
- Add your desired toppings.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes or until golden and hollow-sounding when tapped.
- Cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
These bagels can be served warm with toppings like cream cheese or avocado. They can also be frozen for up to three months.