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A sliced high-protein bagel made with cottage cheese, showing the soft and chewy texture inside.

High-Protein Cottage Cheese Bagels (Easy 2-Ingredient Dough!)

Discover how to make delicious High-Protein Cottage Cheese Bagels with a simple 2-ingredient dough. This easy, no-yeast recipe is packed with protein for a healthy and satisfying breakfast or snack that's ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4 bagels
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 215

Ingredients
  

For the Bagel Dough
  • 1 cup self-rising flour Plus more for dusting
  • 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese Small curd is best
For the Topping
  • 1 large egg Beaten for egg wash
  • 2 tbsp everything bagel seasoning

Equipment

  • 1 Baking sheet
  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Parchment paper

Instructions
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the self-rising flour and cottage cheese. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 3-5 minutes, until smooth. Add more flour if the dough is too sticky.
  4. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each into a ball, then poke a hole in the center and stretch to form a bagel shape.
  5. Place the bagels on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the beaten egg wash.
  6. Sprinkle generously with everything bagel seasoning.
  7. Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Let cool on a wire rack.

Notes

Make Your Own Self-Rising Flour: Whisk 1 cup of all-purpose flour with 1 ½ teaspoons of baking powder and ¼ teaspoon of salt.
Storage: Store cooled bagels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
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