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High-Protein Cottage Cheese Bagels

If you’re looking for a **healthy, protein-packed breakfast or snack**, these **High-Protein Cottage Cheese Bagels** are a game-changer!

Ingredients
  

  • - 1/2 cup cottage cheese blended until smooth
  • - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • - 1 cup self-rising flour or 1 cup all-purpose flour + 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder + 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • - 1 large egg for egg wash
  • - 1/2 teaspoon salt optional
  • - Everything bagel seasoning or sesame seeds, poppy seeds, etc.

Equipment

  • - Mixing bowl
  • - Hand mixer or whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • - Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • - Pastry brush (for egg wash)

Method
 

  1. #### **Step 1: Preheat & Prepare Dough**
  2. Preheat oven to **375°F (190°C)** and line a baking sheet with **parchment paper**.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together **blended cottage cheese and Greek yogurt** until smooth.
  4. Gradually mix in **self-rising flour** and **salt**, stirring until a dough forms.
  5. #### **Step 2: Shape the Bagels**
  6. Lightly flour your hands and divide the dough into **4 equal portions**.
  7. Roll each portion into a rope and connect the ends to form a **bagel shape**.
  8. #### **Step 3: Add Egg Wash & Toppings**
  9. In a small bowl, beat the **egg** and brush it over the bagels for a golden finish.
  10. Sprinkle with **everything bagel seasoning, sesame seeds, or your favorite topping**.
  11. #### **Step 4: Bake & Serve**
  12. Bake for **20-25 minutes**, or until golden brown and firm to the touch.
  13. Let cool slightly, then enjoy with your favorite spreads!