Description
Warm, chewy bagels made with cottage cheese for a protein-packed twist, ready in under an hour.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (120 g) unbleached all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.25 cups 2% cottage cheese (small-curd preferred)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Optional toppings: everything bagel seasoning, poppy seeds, dried garlic flakes, dried onion flakes, sesame seeds, shredded asiago cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk together the flour and baking powder in a large bowl.
- Add the cottage cheese to the dry mix and stir until it resembles small crumbles.
- Squeeze the mixture with your hands to form a loose ball, then transfer to a floured surface.
- Knead gently for 1–2 minutes until the dough is tack-free, adding flour only if necessary.
- Divide the dough into four portions, roll into balls, and press a hole through the center to form bagels.
- Place bagels on the prepared sheet, about 2 inches apart.
- Brush each bagel with the beaten egg and sprinkle with toppings.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, rotating halfway through, until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For creamier bagels, use full-fat cottage cheese. For a sweeter alternative, pair with fruit.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American