Written By Haley Rizek

Low Carb + High Protein Bagels

These cottage cheese Bagels are light and fluffy, & packed with 11 grams of protein per serving (with only 26g of carbs!!). With just five simple ingredients, they're quick and easy to make, even for first-time bakers!

SERVINGS: 4 bagels

PREP TIME: 10 minutes

RESTING TIME: 25 minutes

COOK TIME: 25 minutes

TOTAL TIME: 1 hour

Equipment:

- Baking sheet

- Parchment paper

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour, plus extra for dusting)

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

  • 2 tsp salt

  • 1 cup cottage cheese

  • 1 egg

  • Toppings (Optional): Coarse sea salt, Everything Bagel Seasoning, Poppy Seed, Cinnamon-Sugar, etc.

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 350°F.

2. Sift Dry Ingredients:

Sift the flour, salt and baking powder into a large mixing bowl to ensure an even distribution.

3. Prepare the Dough:

Mix in the cottage cheese and stir using a spatula. Mix the dough by hand (or with Kitchen Aid) until it forms a ball, then knead it about 20 times. The dough should feel smooth—not sticky but not dry. Add a tiny bit of flour if too sticky. Cover it with a towel and let it rest for 25 minutes.

4. Shape the Bagels:

Transfer the dough to a floured surface.Cut in half if doubling the recipe. Roll into a log and divide it into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope and form a bagel shape by pinching the ends together. Place each shaped bagel onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. MAKE SURE THERE IS A HOLE AT LEAST 2in IN DIAMETER! (otherwise you get a dinner roll hehe)

5. Apply Egg Wash & Salt:

Whisk the egg in a small bowl, then brush (or finger paint) each bagel with the egg wash. Sprinkle coarse sea salt or other topping generously over the top of each bagel.

6. Bake:

Bake the bagels in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until they are golden and puffed up.

7. Broil for Extra Crispiness:

For a golden, crispy finish, switch the oven to broil and broil the bagels for 3-4 minutes. Keep a close eye on them to ensure they don't burn.

8. Rest & Serve:

Remove the bagels from the oven and allow them to rest for 15 minutes. Slice them, add your favorite toppings, and enjoy!

Notes:

- Storage: Store bagels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days.

- Freezing: Freeze the bagels in a resealable bag for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw them on the counter or in the microwave or toaster.

- Air Fryer Option: Air fry at 280°F for 15-20 minutes, depending on your air fryer model.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

- Calories: 168 kcal

- Carbohydrates: 28g

- Protein: 11g

- Fat: 2g

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