Can I make these cottage cheese bagels without an air fryer?

Absolutely! I’ve baked them in a regular oven at 375°F for about 20-25 minutes with equally delicious results. Just watch for that golden brown color on top as your cue they’re done.

Why are my bagels too dense?

In my experience, this usually happens when the dough is overworked or too much extra flour is added during kneading. I try to handle the dough gently and only add just enough flour to prevent sticking.

Can I use low-fat cottage cheese for this recipe?

Yes! I’ve made these with 1%, 2%, and 4% cottage cheese, and they all work beautifully. The higher fat content gives a slightly richer taste, but the difference is subtle.

How can I get my bagel toppings to stick better?

I’ve found that applying a generous egg wash is the secret! Make sure to brush it over the entire surface, and add your toppings immediately before the wash has a chance to dry.

Cottage Cheese Bagels: 4-Ingredient Protein Wonder Ready in 30 Minutes!

Cottage Cheese Bagels (Air fry or Oven)

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Chewy, golden, and protein-packed bagels made with cottage cheese. Just 4 ingredients and ready in under 30 minutes.

Author: Emily Rose Carter
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 13 minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes
Yield: 4 bagels 1x
Category: Breakfast
Method: Air Fryer
Cuisine: American
Diet: Low Fat

Ingredients

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1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup cottage cheese, blended until smooth
½ egg, beaten (or 1 egg white)
Optional: sesame seeds, everything but the bagel seasoning, or poppy seeds

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Instructions

In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
Blend cottage cheese in a food processor until smooth.
Add blended cottage cheese to dry ingredients. Mix with a fork, then knead into smooth dough.
Divide into 4 pieces, shape each into a bagel. Dust with flour if sticky.
Brush with beaten egg. Add toppings if desired.
Air fry at 300°F (150°C) for 13 minutes until golden. (Or oven to 375°F)
Let cool slightly. Serve and enjoy.

Notes

Dough too sticky? Add more flour when shaping.
Store in an airtight container at room temp for 2 days or refrigerate for 5.
Freeze up to 3 months. Reheat in air fryer at 280°F for 3–4 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bagel
Calories: 150 kcal
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 280mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 30mg

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