Description
Soft, tender bagels that come together in under 40 minutes using self-rising flour and cottage cheese for a quick and protein-rich treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (about 125 g) self-rising flour
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Toppings (pick one or mix): sesame seeds, everything bagel seasoning, shredded asiago, poppy seeds, coarse salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Blend the cottage cheese in a food processor until mostly smooth.
- Combine blended cottage cheese and self-rising flour in a bowl, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough briefly on a floured surface until smooth (about 1 minute).
- Divide the dough into 4 pieces, shape them into bagels.
- Brush bagels with beaten egg and sprinkle with desired toppings.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For a chewier crust, bake on the lower rack. Dough can be adjusted if too wet or dry. Egg wash gives a golden sheen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American