High-Protein Cottage Cheese Bagels
High-Protein Cottage Cheese Bagels are a deliciously nutritious twist on the classic bagel. Bursting with protein, these warm, chewy delights balance savory and creamy flavors, making them an ideal breakfast or snack option. Easy to whip up with minimal ingredients, they can be customized with toppings like cream cheese or avocado for a delightful culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast/Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, mix cottage cheese, egg, and honey until smooth.
- Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until a dough forms; avoid overmixing.
- Divide the dough into six equal portions, roll each into a ball, and poke a hole in the center to shape your bagels.
- Place the bagels on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel (90g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg