High Protein Cottage Cheese Bagels (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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1 cup (225 g) cottage cheese
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1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
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2 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp salt
→ Topping
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1 egg, beaten
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everything bagel seasoning (or sesame seeds, poppy seeds)
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°).
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Blend cottage cheese in a food processor or with an immersion blender until smooth. In a large bowl, combine the blended cottage cheese, flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir with a silicone spatula until a sticky dough forms. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead with your hands until smooth. If the dough remains too sticky, gradually add up to 2 additional tablespoons of flour.
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Divide the dough into 4 equal portions (use a scale for even portions). Shape each one into a ball, cup your hand around, and roll it gently in a circular motion under your palm to create a smooth, tight ball. Then, shape each ball into a 10-inch-long rope. Bring the ends of the rope together to form a circle, overlapping and pinching the ends together to seal. You can roll the seam on the counter to smooth it out. The hole in the bagel should be 2 inches in diameter before baking.
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Place the bagels on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Brush twice with the beaten egg and sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning, a topping of choice, or leave them plain.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool for 15 minutes on a wire rack before slicing.
# Notes:
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Store bagels for up to 3 days in an airtight container at room temperature. Toast & Enjoy!
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Freeze bagels for up to 3 months in a freezer bag, and thaw directly frozen in a toaster.