Protein Bagels with Cottage Cheese
Whip up a batch of Protein Bagels with Cottage Cheese for a delicious and nutritious breakfast or lunch in less than 30 minutes! These bagels are packed with protein, thanks to the cottage cheese, making them an ideal choice for sustaining energy throughout your day. Their unique texture and flavor lend themselves to a variety of toppings, making them versatile enough to satisfy any palate. Whether you enjoy them plain, topped with fresh fruits, or dressed up with savory spreads, these bagels will become a favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour (or whole wheat/gluten-free mix)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup 2% cottage cheese (strained)
- 1 egg white (or 1 large beaten egg)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until blended.
- Add the strained cottage cheese and mix until crumbly.
- Knead the dough gently for about 2 minutes until smooth and slightly tacky.
- Divide the dough into four equal parts and shape each into a bagel by rolling and connecting the ends.
- Brush with egg white and sprinkle with desired toppings.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg