Cottage Cheese Bagels (Printable)

Soft, high-protein bagels made with creamy cottage cheese and simple ingredients, perfect warm or toasted.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Dough

01 - 1 cup cottage cheese, preferably low-fat or full-fat
02 - 1 large egg
03 - 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
04 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - 0.5 teaspoon salt

→ Topping

06 - 1 egg, beaten for egg wash
07 - 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning or sesame seeds

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Using a food processor or blender, blend the cottage cheese until completely smooth.
03 - In a large bowl, combine blended cottage cheese, egg, flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.
04 - Lightly flour your hands and work surface. Divide dough into 4 equal portions.
05 - Roll each portion into a 7-inch rope, then form into a ring by pinching the ends together to seal.
06 - Place bagels on prepared baking sheet. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle generously with bagel seasoning.
07 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
08 - Allow bagels to cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Quick and easy—ready in just 35 minutes with no yeast required
  • High in protein thanks to cottage cheese, perfect for a filling breakfast
  • Soft, fluffy texture with a golden, chewy crust
  • Customizable with your favorite bagel toppings and mix-ins
  • Budget-friendly and uses simple pantry staples
02 -
  • Use full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese for the best texture—fat-free versions can make the dough too dry
  • Blend the cottage cheese until completely smooth to avoid lumps in your bagels
  • Don't overwork the dough—mix just until combined for the fluffiest results
  • Brush with egg wash twice (once before baking, once halfway through) for an extra golden crust
  • Let bagels cool for at least 5 minutes before slicing to prevent them from tearing
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