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Cottage cheese bagels
Emily Hart

Cottage Cheese Bagels – High Protein, Low Carb Breakfast Idea

These high-protein cottage cheese bagels are a healthier, low-carb alternative to traditional bagels. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or meal prep!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bagels
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cottage cheese low-fat or full-fat, strained if watery
  • 1 egg
  • 1 ½ cups self-rising flour or 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour + 2 tsp baking powder + ½ tsp salt
  • Optional toppings: everything bagel seasoning sesame seeds, shredded cheese

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together cottage cheese and egg until smooth.
  3. Add flour gradually, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  4. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each into a log and shape into a ring.
  5. Place shaped bagels onto the baking sheet and top with your choice of seasoning.
  6. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown.
  7. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bagelCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 18gFat: 3.5gSaturated Fat: 1.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 420mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • Straining Tip: If your cottage cheese is watery, strain it through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to prevent soggy dough.
  • Flour Substitute: To make this recipe gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend or almond flour with a binding agent like xanthan gum.
  • Keto Version: Replace flour with almond flour or a mix of almond and coconut flour. Add an extra egg or 1 tsp xanthan gum for better structure.
  • Topping Ideas: Sweet – peanut butter & banana, honey & berries. Savory – avocado, egg & turkey bacon, hummus & cucumber.

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