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3 Ingredient Cottage Cheese Bagels

Whip up a batch of these 3 Ingredient Cottage Cheese Bagels for a simple yet satisfying breakfast option. Using just flour, cottage cheese, and an egg, you can create soft, chewy bagels that are perfect for breakfast or any time of day.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Author: JENNIFER GAMBLE

Ingredients

  • 1 cup self-rising flour
  • 16 ounces cottage cheese full fat
  • 1 egg beaten

Instructions

Oven Bake

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and adjust the rack to the top position. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  • In a food processor or blender, blend the 16 ounces cottage cheese until smooth, pausing to scrape down the sides as needed. Transfer the smooth cottage cheese to a medium bowl.
    cottage cheese in a blender
  • Add the 1 cup self-rising flour and mix until the dough starts to pull away from the sides of the bowl. Add the dough to a floured work surface.
    dough added to a floured work surface
  • Knead the dough 8-10 times until it becomes smooth. Divide the dough into four equal parts, rolling each into a ball. Roll each ball into a rope about 6-7 inches long and 1 inch thick. Join the ends to form a circle and pinch tightly to seal.
    dough made into bagels on a cutting board
  • Place the bagel dough on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the top of each bagel with 1 egg (beaten) and sprinkle with your chosen seasoning for added flavor and texture.
    bagels on a baking sheet ready to bake.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until they are puffed and golden brown. Allow to slightly cool before slicing and serving.
    bagels baked and ready to serve.

Air Fryer

  • Blend the cottage cheese in a blender or food processor until smooth. Beat the egg and set aside.
  • Add the flour to a bowl, and combine the flour and cottage cheese. Once the dough has formed, place it on a floured workstation and knead the dough 8-10 times until smooth.
  • Divide the dough into four equal parts, and create a 6-7 inch rope with each of the parts. Join the ends tightly to create a circle, then brush the tops with the beaten egg. Optional: Sprinkle with your favorite seasoning.
  • Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper and place the bagels on the parchment paper.
  • Air fry at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 C) for 9-11 minutes, or until the bagels are puffed and golden brown. Allow the bagels to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

The dough should be tacky but not overly sticky. Adjust with a little extra flour if necessary.
Experiment with various toppings like sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or everything bagel seasoning for different flavors.
To make gluten-free cottage cheese bagels, use a gluten-free self-rising flour blend suitable for baking.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 240kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 373mg | Potassium: 164mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 219IU | Calcium: 105mg | Iron: 1mg