Description
Cottage Cheese Protein Bagels bring New York deli magic right into home kitchens. Packed with protein and delightfully chewy, these homemade rounds offer comfort and nutrition in one satisfying bite you’ll want to savor again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein Ingredients:
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 large egg
Flour Base:
- 1 cup self-rising flour
Toppings:
- Sesame seeds
- Everything bagel seasoning
- Shredded asiago cheese
- Poppy seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating it to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for optimal non-stick performance.
- Transform cottage cheese into a silky, uniform texture by processing in a food processor, meticulously scraping down the sides to ensure complete blending.
- Migrate the smooth cottage cheese into a mixing bowl and gradually incorporate flour, stirring until a cohesive dough emerges that separates cleanly from the bowl’s edges.
- Transfer the dough to a generously floured work surface and gently knead 8-10 times, introducing additional flour if the mixture feels excessively tacky, developing a consistent and manageable consistency.
- Partition the dough into four uniform portions, each weighing approximately 80 grams (), ensuring consistent bagel sizes.
- Elongate each dough portion into a 6-7 inch (15-18 centimeters) cylindrical rope, then artfully curve into circular bagel shapes, firmly pressing and sealing the connection points to prevent separation during baking.
- Delicately brush the formed bagels with beaten egg, creating a glossy exterior and promoting golden browning; sprinkle desired toppings across the surface for added texture and flavor.
- Position bagels in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until achieving a rich, golden-brown coloration; alternatively, for air fryer enthusiasts, cook at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes.
- Allow bagels to rest and cool for 15 minutes post-baking, enabling structural stabilization before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Elevate your breakfast game with these protein-packed bagels that deliver a powerful nutritional punch.
- Cottage cheese transforms ordinary bagel dough into a creamy, protein-rich canvas that stays moist and tender.
- Experiment with different flour types like whole wheat or gluten-free to customize your dietary needs and preferences.
- Toppings can range from classic everything bagel seasoning to creative combinations like dried herbs or seeds for extra flavor complexity.
- Storing these bagels in an airtight container keeps them fresh for 3-4 days, making meal prep a breeze for busy mornings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg