Cottage Cheese Bagels – Simple, Tasty Homemade Bake
These 3-ingredient cottage cheese bagels are soft on the inside, golden on the outside, and packed with protein. An easy, no-yeast, high-protein snack or breakfast option made in under 30 minutes using your oven or air fryer.
Ingredients
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- 1 cupcottage cheese (blended for smoother texture)
- 1 cupself-rising flour (or gluten-free self-rising flour)
- 1egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Optional toppings: everything bagel seasoning, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, herbs, or cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) or air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Blend cottage cheese until smooth (optional but recommended).
- In a bowl, mix blended cottage cheese and self-rising flour to form a dough.
- Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces and shape into bagels.
- Brush each bagel with egg wash and add desired toppings.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes in the oven or 10–12 minutes in the air fryer until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving or storing.
Notes
Use gluten-free self-rising flour for a gluten-free option.
Blending the cottage cheese results in a smoother dough and better texture.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
Great for meal prep or quick breakfast sandwiches.
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 11g