Cottage Cheese Protein Bagels (Fluffy & Easy)
Discover the joy of baking with these cottage cheese protein bagels (fluffy & easy)! In just 35 minutes, you can create delicious, high-protein bagels that are perfect for breakfast or a quick snack. These bagels boast a soft and fluffy texture, thanks to cottage cheese, making them both satisfying and nutritious. Enjoy them fresh from the oven topped with creamy avocado, your favorite spreads, or even as a base for a healthy sandwich. The delightful aroma wafting through your kitchen will make it hard to resist enjoying one (or two!) right away. Say goodbye to store-bought options and hello to a homemade treat that will quickly become a staple in your meal prep rotation!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 egg (for topping) or almond milk mixed with aquafaba for a vegan option
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Blend the cottage cheese until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Fold blended cottage cheese into dry ingredients until just combined.
- Divide dough into four pieces; shape each piece into a bagel with a hole in the center.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking tray; brush with egg wash or almond milk mixture.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool on wire rack for at least 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel (60g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg