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Cottage Cheese Protein Bagels

Enjoy a revolutionary breakfast with these high-protein cottage cheese bagels that satisfy cravings without the heavy crash. Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they're a great meal prep solution.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 bagels
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup cottage cheese Provides protein and moisture
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with a gluten-free blend
  • 1 tbsp baking powder Helps with rising as no yeast is used
  • 0.5 tsp salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 large egg For egg wash
Topping
  • 2 tbsp everything bagel seasoning Adds savory flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine cottage cheese, flour, baking powder, and salt to form a dough.
  3. Knead the dough gently until it forms a smooth ball.
Shaping Bagels
  1. Divide the dough into equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.
  2. Poke a hole through the center of each ball to create a bagel shape.
Baking
  1. Brush each bagel lightly with the beaten egg.
  2. Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning on top.
  3. Place the bagels in the air fryer, ensuring they are spaced out.
  4. Cook for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Cooling
  1. Allow bagels to cool for a few minutes before removing them from the air fryer.

Notes

Using parchment paper can help prevent sticking. To avoid soggy bottoms, ensure air circulation in the air fryer by not overcrowding.