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A close-up of freshly baked cottage cheese protein bagels, golden brown with a crispy crust, topped with everything bagel seasoning and crumbled cheese. A bowl of creamy cottage cheese sits beside them on a rustic surface.
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Cottage Cheese Protein Bagels

These Cottage Cheese Protein Bagels are high in protein, easy to make, and perfect for a healthy breakfast. No yeast, no fuss—just simple goodness!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cottage Cheese, High Protein, Protein Bagels
Servings: 4 bagels
Calories: 180kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Blender or Food Processor

Ingredients

Bagel Dough

  • 1 cup self-rising flour or substitute with 1 cup all-purpose flour + 1 ½ tsp baking powder + ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese blend until smooth
  • 1 large egg for egg wash

Toppings

  • sesame seeds or poppy seeds, everything bagel seasoning, or shredded cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Blend cottage cheese in a blender or food processor until smooth.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the blended cottage cheese and self-rising flour, stirring until a dough forms.
  • Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 times until smooth.
  • Divide the dough into four equal portions, roll each into a rope, and shape into bagels.
  • Brush the bagels with beaten egg and sprinkle desired toppings.
  • Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Let them cool before serving.

Notes

These bagels are endlessly customizable! Try keto-friendly almond flour, cinnamon-sweet variations, or extra protein with a scoop of powder.