Description
Cottage Cheese Protein Bagels are a delicious and healthy option for breakfast or snacks, made with just three simple ingredients. These bagels are not only quick to prepare but also packed with protein, making them an ideal choice for anyone looking to fuel their day. With a soft and chewy texture, they toast beautifully and can be topped with your favorite spreads, from cream cheese to avocado. Whether you bake them in the oven or air fry for a crispy finish, these bagels are versatile enough for any occasion. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or as part of a wholesome meal prep!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup self-rising flour
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- Toppings of choice (e.g., sesame seeds, everything bagel seasoning)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F or air fryer to 350°F.
- Blend cottage cheese until smooth in a food processor.
- In a bowl, mix blended cottage cheese with self-rising flour until dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth; then shape into bagels.
- Brush with beaten egg and add desired toppings.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or air fry for 10–12 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack/Breakfast
- Method: Baking/Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel (80g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg