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Freshly baked cottage cheese bagels cooling on rack

Cottage Cheese Bagels: Soft, High-Protein & Easy to Bake


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  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Yield: 4 bagels 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These high protein cottage cheese bagels are soft, chewy, and perfect for meal prep. Quick, gluten-free adaptable, and totally satisfying.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cottage cheese (4% fat)
  • 1 cup self-rising flour
  • 1 large egg
  • Optional: 1 tbsp Greek yogurt
  • Optional: 1 scoop unflavored protein powder
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a bowl, mix cottage cheese, self-rising flour, and egg. Add Greek yogurt and protein powder if using.
  • Stir until a dough forms. Knead gently on a floured surface until smooth.
  • Divide dough into 4 equal pieces and shape each into a bagel.
  • Place bagels on lined sheet and brush tops with egg wash.
  • Bake for 22–25 minutes until golden brown.
  • Cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing or serving.

Notes

Use a food processor for a smoother dough.

Top with everything seasoning or cheese before baking for extra flavor.

Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Category: Breakfast, High Protein
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bagel
  • Calories: 170
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 290mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 17g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg