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Cottage Cheese Bagel Recipe: Quick, Healthy Breakfast Made Easy
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Cottage Cheese Bagel Recipe: Quick, Healthy Breakfast Made Easy

A protein-packed, no-knead bagel made with cottage cheese and self-rising flour. Soft on the inside with a crisp surface, these one-bowl bagels are perfect for busy or lazy mornings. Brush with egg and topped with everything bagel seasoning for a wholesome start to your day.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
  • 1 cup self-rising flour (or 1 cup all-purpose flour + 1½ tsp baking powder + ¼ tsp salt)
  • 1 large egg (for egg wash)
  • 1–2 tbsp everything bagel seasoning (optional)
  • 1–2 tbsp shredded cheese (optional, use vegan for dairy-free)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
  2. Blend cottage cheese until smooth (optional, using a food processor)
  3. In a bowl, combine cottage cheese and flour, stirring until a dough forms
  4. If dough is sticky, add 2–3 tbsp extra flour
  5. Divide dough into 4 equal portions (about 3 1/3 oz each). Roll each into a ball
  6. Pinch each dough ball to shape a rope (9–10 inches long). Hook ends to form bagel shapes, pinching seams to seal
  7. Place 2 inches apart on the baking sheet
  8. Whisk room-temperature egg. Brush egg wash over top, then sprinkle with toppings (optional)
  9. Bake for 25 minutes, until golden and firm

Notes

Use room-temperature egg for even coverage
Optional toppings include sesame or poppy seeds
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Sub self-rising flour with all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt
Shredded cheese is optional; use vegan variety for dairy-free version