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Cottage cheese bagels on a cutting board

High-Protein Cottage Cheese Bagels That Actually Taste Amazing


  • Author: Megan
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 bagels 1x

Description

These high-protein cottage cheese bagels are chewy, flavorful, and packed with protein—perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack!


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • Everything bagel seasoning (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Blend cottage cheese until smooth if desired.
  3. In a bowl, mix cottage cheese, flour, baking powder, and salt until a dough forms.
  4. Divide dough into 4 portions and shape into bagels.
  5. Place bagels on prepared baking sheet.
  6. Brush tops with egg wash and sprinkle with seasoning if using.
  7. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Use full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese depending on your preference. Blending the cottage cheese results in a smoother dough. Customize toppings to taste.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bagel
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg