Fluffy Cottage Cheese Bagels (Printable Version)

Soft, high-protein bagels featuring creamy cottage cheese and savory seasoning.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dough

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

→ Topping

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

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Process cottage cheese in a food processor or blender 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 hands and work surface. Divide dough into 4 equal portions and roll each into a 7-inch rope.
05 - Shape each rope into a ring by connecting the ends and pinching to seal securely.
06 - Place bagels on prepared baking sheet. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle generously with bagel seasoning.
07 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
08 - Allow bagels to cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • High-protein and satisfying, with 11g of protein per bagel to keep you energized
  • No yeast required, making them quick and beginner-friendly
  • Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish
  • Customizable with your favorite toppings and seasonings
  • Perfect for meal prep—freeze and reheat for easy weekday breakfasts
02 -
  • Use full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese for best results—fat-free versions may make the dough too wet
  • Blend the cottage cheese until completely smooth to avoid lumps in your bagels
  • Don't skip the egg wash—it creates that signature golden crust and helps toppings stick
  • Let bagels cool for at least 5 minutes before slicing to prevent them from becoming gummy
  • Freeze baked bagels individually wrapped for up to 2 months, then toast directly from frozen
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