Spinach Cottage Cheese Bagels
Soft, slightly tangy bagels made with cottage cheese and spinach, perfect for breakfasts, lunches, or brunches.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups baby spinach, very finely chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the cottage cheese, olive oil, and egg until mostly smooth.
- Stir in the chopped spinach and shredded mozzarella.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
- Lightly flour your hands, portion the dough into 6 pieces, roll into balls, and press a hole through the center.
- Brush the shaped bagels lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until tops are golden.
- Cool on a rack for at least 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For lower sodium, use low-salt cheese and skip extra salt. Make uniform portions for even baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg