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Servings & Timing
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 4 bagels
Dietary Badges
âś… High-Protein
âś… Low-Carb / Keto-Friendly
âś… Gluten-Free (if using almond flour)
Ingredients
1 cup cottage cheese
2 large eggs
1 cup almond flour (or oat flour for a less low-carb option)
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
(Optional) Everything bagel seasoning, sesame seeds, or poppy seeds for topping
Instructions
Preheat Oven → Set to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Blend Wet Ingredients → In a food processor or blender, puree cottage cheese and eggs until smooth.
Add Dry Ingredients → Stir in almond flour, baking powder, and salt until a thick batter forms.
Shape Bagels → Spoon batter into 4 rounds on the baking sheet, smoothing into bagel shapes (or use a silicone bagel mold).
Top & Bake → Sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning or seeds. Bake for 22–25 minutes, until golden brown.
Cool & Serve → Let cool slightly before slicing. Toast and enjoy with cream cheese, avocado, or smoked salmon.
Notes
Use small curd cottage cheese for the smoothest texture.
For crispier bagels, toast before serving.
Great for meal prep — they stay fresh in the fridge for up to 4 days.
🌟 Why You’ll Love These Bagels
Carb-Free Satisfaction → All the chew of bagels, none of the guilt.
Protein-Packed → Cottage cheese + eggs = a filling breakfast or snack.
Endlessly Versatile → Top with sweet spreads, savory fillings, or use as sandwich buns.
🍽 Variations & Serving Ideas
Sweet Twist → Add cinnamon and a touch of monk fruit sweetener, then top with sugar-free jam.
Cheesy Upgrade → Mix shredded cheddar into the batter for cheesy bagels.
Sandwich Style → Slice and stuff with turkey, lettuce, and tomato for a high-protein lunch.
🥡 Storage & Make-Ahead
Fridge: Store in airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezer: Freeze bagels individually wrapped for up to 2 months. Toast straight from frozen.
âť“ FAQs
Q: Can I use Greek yogurt instead of cottage cheese?
A: Yes — but cottage cheese gives them a fluffier texture and higher protein count.
Q: Do I need a bagel mold?
A: Nope! You can free-form on a baking sheet, but a silicone mold gives a more classic shape.
Q: Are these really chewy like real bagels?
A: Yes! The combo of cottage cheese and eggs makes them soft inside with a golden, chewy crust.
 Once you try these Cottage Cheese Bagels, you’ll never miss carb-heavy bagels again. They’re fluffy, savory, and oh-so satisfying — the perfect keto-friendly comfort food!