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Cottage Cheese Protein Bagel Recipe

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This Cottage Cheese Protein Bagel recipe offers a quick, healthy, and protein-packed alternative to traditional bagels. Combining self-rising flour and full-fat cottage cheese creates a smooth dough that yields soft, fluffy bagels with a golden crust. Perfect for a wholesome breakfast or snack, these bagels can be baked in the oven or air-fried for convenience and crispiness, topped with your favorite seeds or cheese for added flavor.

Ingredients

Bagel Dough

  • 1 cup self-rising flour
  • 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese

Egg Wash

  • 1 large egg, beaten

Toppings (optional)

  • Sesame seeds
  • Everything bagel seasoning
  • Shredded asiago cheese
  • Poppy seeds

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and position the rack at the top. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
  2. Blend Cottage Cheese: Place the full-fat cottage cheese into a food processor or blender. Pulse or blend on high speed until it reaches a smooth, creamy consistency. Pause occasionally to scrape down the sides to ensure even blending.
  3. Combine with Flour: Transfer the smooth cottage cheese to a medium mixing bowl. Add the self-rising flour and mix thoroughly until a cohesive dough forms that begins to pull away from the sides of the bowl.
  4. Knead Dough: Flour a clean work surface generously. Transfer the dough onto it and knead 8-10 times until smooth and no longer sticky. Add a little more flour if necessary to prevent sticking.
  5. Shape Bagels: Roll the dough into a ball, then divide it into 4 equal portions (approximately 80g each if you want uniform size). Roll each portion into a 6-7 inch rope about 1 inch thick. Form each rope into a circle by bringing the ends together and pinching firmly to seal the bagel’s seam.
  6. Apply Egg Wash and Season: Place the bagels on the lined baking sheet. Brush the tops generously with the beaten egg to help toppings adhere and encourage browning. Sprinkle your choice of toppings such as sesame seeds, everything bagel seasoning, shredded asiago cheese, or poppy seeds.
  7. Bake Bagels: Bake in the preheated oven on the top rack for 25-30 minutes or until the bagels puff up and develop a golden brown crust. Remove from oven and let them cool for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
  8. Air Fry Option: Alternatively, preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes. Lightly spray the basket with nonstick spray. Place bagels inside and air fry for 12-14 minutes until they are golden brown and cooked through (no doughy center).
  9. Storage: Store cooled bagels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days to maintain freshness.

Notes

  • Using self-rising flour simplifies the recipe by eliminating the need for additional leavening agents like baking powder and salt.
  • Blending the cottage cheese until smooth ensures a tender, uniform dough and better bagel texture.
  • If you don’t have a food processor or blender, you can try mashing the cottage cheese thoroughly by hand, but the texture may differ slightly.
  • Feel free to experiment with different toppings to suit your taste preferences.
  • To make the bagels gluten-free, substitute self-rising flour with a gluten-free self-rising flour blend, though texture will vary.

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