High Protein Bagels with Cottage Cheese
Soft, chewy, and packed with 11g protein each — perfect for breakfast or a rainy-day snack with tea or coffee!
Ingredients (makes 4–6 bagels)
1 cup (225 g) cottage cheese
1 ½ cups (180 g) self-rising flour*
1 large egg (for egg wash)
1 teaspoon salt (optional, adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for a hint of sweetness)
Toppings: sesame seeds, everything bagel seasoning, or oats
*If you don’t have self-rising flour, mix 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour + 2 ¼ tsp baking powder + ¼ tsp salt.
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Blend cottage cheese in a food processor or blender until smooth and creamy.
3. In a large bowl, combine the blended cottage cheese and self-rising flour. Mix until a soft dough forms.
4. Lightly flour your surface and knead the dough for about 2–3 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic.
5. Divide the dough into 4–6 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope and shape into a bagel (you can also flatten into rounds and poke a hole in the center).
6. Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish. Add any toppings you like.
7. Bake for 22–25 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
8. Cool slightly before slicing — they’ll be soft inside and lightly crisp outside.
Serving Ideas
Warm with a drizzle of honey or peanut butter
Toasted with cream cheese and berries
Split and stuffed with eggs, turkey, or smoked salmon for a protein-packed meal
Nutrition (per bagel, approx.)
Calories: ~160
Protein: 11 g
Carbs: 22 g
Fat: 5 g
