Description
A fast, high-protein twist on classic bagels, soft and slightly tangy from cottage cheese, with a crisped golden finish in the air fryer.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- Pinch of salt (optional)
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons cottage cheese (2% or 4%)
- 1 egg (optional)
- Toppings: everything seasoning, poppy seeds, sesame seeds, or coarse salt
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk the flour and baking powder together. Add a pinch of salt if using.
- Make a well in the center and spoon in the cottage cheese. If using an egg for batter, add it now.
- Stir with a fork or small spatula until a chunky dough forms.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead briefly until semi-smooth.
- Divide dough into 4 equal pieces. Roll each into a 6–7 inch log and join ends to form rings.
- Whisk one egg with a splash of water. Lightly brush each bagel and sprinkle toppings.
- Preheat the air fryer to 300°F and prepare the basket.
- Place bagels in a single layer and cook for 15–17 minutes until golden.
- Remove bagels and cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For a lighter crumb, use 2% cottage cheese; for dairy-free, try high-protein plant yogurt. For extra chew, substitute some of the flour with bread flour.