Description
Cottage Cheese Flagels are a delightful, chewy alternative to traditional bagels, packed with protein and perfect for any meal or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, lightly beat the eggs and mix in the cottage cheese until creamy.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Using clean hands or an ice cream scoop, form small dough balls about the size of golf balls. Flatten each slightly and create a hole in the middle.
- Place your shaped flagels on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Remove from the oven and enjoy warm with your favorite toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flagel (75g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in herbs like dill or chives before shaping. You can substitute Greek yogurt for cottage cheese for a tangy twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.