Description
Delicious homemade bagels made with cottage cheese and topped with your favorite seasonings.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup full fat Good Culture Cottage Cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (whole wheat flour or gluten-free all-purpose flour)
- 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 egg (whisked)
- Everything Bagel Seasoning (to taste)
Instructions
- Add the cottage cheese to a blender or food processor and blend until completely smooth and creamy. This step is key for a smooth dough.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder until evenly combined.
- Add the blended cottage cheese to the flour mixture and stir until a shaggy dough forms. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 1–2 minutes, just until smooth and cohesive. It should feel soft but not overly sticky. If needed, add a light dusting of flour.
- Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope, then connect the ends to form a bagel shape. Make the center hole slightly larger than you think it should be, since it will shrink as it bakes.
- Brush the tops with egg wash, then sprinkle with your favorite seasonings. Everything seasoning, sesame seeds, or poppy seeds are all great options.
- Place the bagels in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry at 325°F for about 15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let the bagels cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing. Cutting too soon can make them seem doughy inside. Once cooled, toast and enjoy!
- Place the bagels on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 375°F for about 25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let the bagels cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing. Cutting too soon can make them seem doughy inside. Once cooled, toast and enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure the bagel holes are larger than expected to allow for shrinkage during baking.
- Experiment with different toppings for unique flavors!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Air Fryer / Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg