Cottage Cheese Bagels
These easy cottage cheese bagels are made with self-rising flour and creamy cottage cheese for a shortcut dough that's high in protein and totally fuss-free. The result? Golden, chewy bagels that can be topped with everything bagel seasoning, shredded cheese, or poppy seeds. Perfect toasted with cream cheese or as a sandwich base!
Ingredients
- 1 cup self-rising flour
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 large egg beaten (for egg wash)
- Toppings: sesame seeds everything bagel seasoning, shredded asiago cheese, or poppy seeds
Instructions
- Preheat to 375°F; line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Blend cottage cheese until smooth.
- Stir in flour; knead 8–10 times on a floured surface.
- Divide into 4 balls; roll into ropes and shape circles.
- Brush with egg; top with seeds or cheese.
- Bake 25–30 minutes; cool 15 minutes before slicing.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://mischacrossing.com/cottage-cheese-bagels/
Notes
- No self-rising flour? Mix 1 cup all-purpose flour with 1½ tsp baking powder and ¼ tsp salt.
- These are best fresh, but can be toasted the next day.
- Make mini bagels by dividing the dough into 6 pieces instead of 4.