Description
These Fluffy 3-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Bagels are a simple, homemade take on traditional bagels packed with a tender, fluffy texture thanks to cottage cheese and self-rising flour. Perfect for a quick breakfast or snack, they require minimal ingredients and time, with a delightful flavor enhanced by a seasoning blend of your choice.
Ingredients
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Bagel Dough
- 1 1/4 cups full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons self-rising flour (King Arthur recommended)
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 large egg
Seasoning
- Seasoning blend such as everything bagel seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready to bake the bagels evenly.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the self-rising flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and flavorings.
- Add wet ingredients: Add the cottage cheese and large egg to the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly with a spoon or spatula until it forms a sticky dough. You can also use your hands to combine if preferred.
- Shape the bagels: Lightly flour your hands and work surface. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into a ball, then poke a hole through the center using your finger and gently stretch it to form the classic bagel shape.
- Apply seasoning: Place the shaped bagels on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush or lightly wet the tops and sprinkle generously with your chosen seasoning blend, such as everything bagel seasoning.
- Bake: Bake the bagels in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. The texture should be fluffy and slightly chewy.
- Cool and serve: Remove the bagels from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before slicing and serving as desired.
Notes
- Using full-fat cottage cheese yields the best texture and moistness.
- You can substitute self-rising flour by combining all-purpose flour with baking powder and salt.
- Customize the seasoning blend to your liking: sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or garlic powder work well.
- For a slightly sweeter bagel, increase the sugar up to 1 teaspoon.
- These bagels are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days or frozen for longer storage.
