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Cottage Cheese Protein Bagels Recipe

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These 3-ingredient cottage cheese bagels are a healthy, protein-packed snack or sandwich base made with simple ingredients. You can bake them in the oven or quickly air fry for a delicious, golden-brown result. Soft, slightly chewy, and customizable with your favorite toppings, these bagels are perfect for any time of day.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 bagels

Ingredients

Bagel Dough

  • 1 cup self-rising flour
  • 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese

Egg Wash

  • 1 large egg, beaten

Toppings (Optional)

  • Sesame seeds
  • Everything bagel seasoning
  • Shredded asiago cheese
  • Poppy seeds

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and position the rack to the top position. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Blend Cottage Cheese: Place the full-fat cottage cheese into a food processor or blender. Pulse or blend on high until smooth, pausing to scrape down the sides as necessary to ensure an even consistency.
  3. Mix Dough: Transfer the blended cottage cheese to a medium bowl and add the self-rising flour. Mix until fully combined and the dough begins to pull away from the sides of the bowl.
  4. Knead Dough: Transfer the dough onto a generously floured work surface. Knead the dough 8-10 times until smooth, adding more flour as needed to prevent sticking.
  5. Shape Bagels: Roll the dough into a ball and divide it evenly into 4 pieces (approximately 80g each). Roll each piece into a 6-7 inch rope, about 1 inch thick. Join the ends to form a circle and pinch the seam tightly to seal.
  6. Apply Egg Wash & Add Toppings: Brush the tops of each bagel with the beaten egg to promote browning and help toppings adhere. Sprinkle with your choice of toppings such as sesame seeds, everything bagel seasoning, asiago cheese, or poppy seeds.
  7. Bake Bagels: Place the bagels on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until puffed and golden brown. After baking, allow to cool for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
  8. Alternative Air Fry Method: Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with nonstick spray. Air fry the bagels for 12-14 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Let cool slightly before serving.
  9. Storage: Store bagels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days to maintain freshness.

Notes

  • Use self-rising flour for the easiest results; if unavailable, combine all-purpose flour with baking powder and salt as a substitute.
  • Blending the cottage cheese smooth is key to achieving a tender texture in the bagels.
  • If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour while kneading until manageable.
  • For even-sized bagels, weigh each dough portion to approximately 80 grams before shaping.
  • Feel free to customize toppings to suit your taste preferences.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Snacks
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/cottage-cheese-protein-bagels-recipe/