Cottage Cheese Bagels

Soft, quick cottage cheese bagels you can make with just a few ingredients.

introduction

These Cottage Cheese Bagels are soft, easy, and low-effort. They use cottage cheese and flour for a simple dough that bakes into a golden bagel. If you enjoy cottage cheese in savory dishes, you might also like this lasagna recipe using cottage cheese that adds a tasty twist to a classic.

why make this recipe

• It is fast and simple.
• You need few ingredients you may already have.
• The bagels are soft and mild, great for breakfast or lunch.
• No long rise time or yeast is needed.

how to make Cottage Cheese Bagels

1. Blend the cottage cheese until smooth, or leave it slightly chunky if you prefer.
2. Mix flour, baking powder, and salt into the blended cottage cheese until the dough comes together.
3. Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead 8–10 times until smooth.
4. Divide dough into four pieces, roll each into a 6–7 inch rope, and join ends to form a bagel.
5. Brush with beaten egg and add seasoning on top if you like.
6. Bake at 375°F on the top rack until golden, then cool before slicing.

Ingredients :

• 1 cup flour
• 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
• 2 teaspoons baking powder * See notes
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg beaten for egg wash
• Seasoning ideas: everything bagel seasoning

Directions :

• Preheat the oven to 375 and position the rack to the top position.
• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Blend cottage cheese: Add cottage cheese to a mixing bowl use an immersion blender and blend on high until smooth. Alternatively, Place the cottage cheese in the food processor or blender and pulse or blend on high until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. Note: If you don’t want to blend the cottage cheese they still come out great. The dough may dryer but will come together with kneading.
• Add flour: Add the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until completely combined and the dough starts to pull away from the sides of the bowl. Transfer the dough to a generously floured work surface and knead the dough 8-10 times, until smooth. Add more flour to the work surface as needed until the dough is no longer sticky. But don’t over-add the flour.
• Shape and season: Roll the dough into a ball and divide it into 4 equal balls. Roll each ball out into a 6-7-inch rope, about 1-inch thick. Join the ends to make a circle and pinch the seam tightly to seal. Brush the tops with a beaten egg and top with a seasoning if desired.
• Bake in the preheated oven until puffed and golden brown, 25-30 minutes. Allow to cool for 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Bagels stay fresh in an airtight container at room temp for up to 4 days.

how to serve Cottage Cheese Bagels

• Slice and toast lightly.
• Top with cream cheese, smoked salmon, sliced tomato, or avocado.
• Serve with butter and jam for a simple option.
• Use as a sandwich base for eggs, cheese, or deli meats.

how to store Cottage Cheese Bagels

• Cool completely before storing.
• Keep at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• For longer storage, freeze plain bagels in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat or toast before eating.

tips to make Cottage Cheese Bagels

• If dough feels very sticky, add a little more flour, a tablespoon at a time.
• Do not over-knead; 8–10 folds is enough.
• Blending the cottage cheese makes a smoother dough, but it is optional.
• Use full-fat cottage cheese for best texture and flavor.
• Brush with egg wash for a shiny, golden top.

variation (if any)

• Add 1 teaspoon dried herbs like dill or oregano to the dough.
• Mix in shredded cheddar or parmesan for cheesy bagels.
• Sprinkle sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or everything bagel seasoning on top before baking.
• Fold in minced garlic for a savory garlic bagel.

FAQs

Q: Can I use low-fat cottage cheese?
A: Yes. Low-fat will work, but the bagels may be a bit drier. You can add a teaspoon of oil or a splash of milk if needed.

Q: Can I freeze the bagels?
A: Yes. Cool fully, then wrap or place in a freezer bag. Freeze up to 3 months. Thaw and toast before eating.

Q: Do I have to blend the cottage cheese?
A: No. You can skip blending. The bagels will still bake fine, but knead a bit longer to bring the dough together.

Q: Can I make more than four bagels?
A: You can divide the dough into more pieces, but smaller bagels will bake faster. Watch the baking time and check at 20 minutes.

Cottage Cheese Bagels

• Author: arianarecipes
• Prep Time: 15
• Cook Time: 30
• Total Time: 45
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Breakfast
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Soft, easy, and quick cottage cheese bagels made with just a few ingredients.

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Ingredients

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• 1 cup flour
• 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg, beaten for egg wash
• Seasoning ideas: everything bagel seasoning

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and position the rack to the top position.
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Blend cottage cheese until smooth using an immersion blender or food processor.
4. Add flour, baking powder, and salt to the blended cottage cheese and mix until combined.
5. Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead 8–10 times until smooth.
6. Divide dough into four pieces and roll each into a 6–7 inch rope, then join ends to form a bagel.
7. Brush with beaten egg and add seasoning on top if desired.
8. Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until golden, then cool for 15 minutes before slicing.

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Notes

If dough feels sticky, add more flour. Use full-fat cottage cheese for best results.

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 bagel
• Calories: 250
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 450mg
• Fat: 9g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 12g
• Cholesterol: 50mg