Low Carb Cottage Cheese Bagels Recipe

Introduction

These low carb bagels made with cottage cheese are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional bagels. Soft on the inside and slightly crisp on the outside, they come together quickly and make a perfect breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

• ½ cup cottage cheese
• ½ cup Greek yogurt
• 1 egg
• 2 ¼ cups almond flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 egg + ¼ tsp water (for egg wash)
• Everything but the bagel seasoning (for topping)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, and 1 egg. Blend until the mixture is smooth.
3. Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Step 4: Pour the blended mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir with a rubber spatula until a dough forms.
5. Step 5: Divide the dough into 5 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and place them on the prepared baking sheet. If the dough feels too wet to shape, add a little more almond flour until easier to handle.
6. Step 6: Gently flatten each ball and use the back of the rubber spatula handle to poke a hole in the center, forming a bagel shape.
7. Step 7: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 egg and ¼ tsp water. Brush this egg wash over the tops of each bagel.
8. Step 8: Sprinkle the tops with everything but the bagel seasoning for added flavor and texture.
9. Step 9: Bake for 20 to 22 minutes or until the bagels turn golden brown.
10. Step 10: Allow the bagels to cool slightly before serving.

Tips & Variations

• If the dough is too sticky, gradually add more almond flour to help with shaping.
• Try different toppings like sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or garlic powder instead of the everything bagel seasoning.
• For a dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt and ensure the cottage cheese is replaced with a similar textured dairy-free alternative.

Storage

Store the bagels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, keep them in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, warm them in a toaster or oven for a few minutes until heated through.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Are these bagels suitable for a ketogenic diet?

Yes, since they are made with almond flour and cottage cheese, they are low in carbs and fit well within a ketogenic diet.

Can I use regular flour instead of almond flour?

Regular flour changes the texture and carb content significantly. For best low carb results, stick with almond flour or another low carb flour substitute.

Low Carb Cottage Cheese Bagels Recipe

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Delicious and easy-to-make Low Carb Bagels crafted with creamy cottage cheese and Greek yogurt, perfect for a keto-friendly or low-carb diet. These homemade bagels are soft, fluffy, and topped with classic everything bagel seasoning for added flavor, baked to golden perfection in just 32 minutes.

• Author: Sophie
• Prep Time: 12 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 32 minutes
• Yield: 5 bagels 1x
• Category: Breakfast
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Low Carb

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

• ½ cup cottage cheese
• ½ cup Greek yogurt
• 1 egg (for the dough)
• 1 egg + ¼ tsp water (for egg wash)

Dry Ingredients

• 2 ¼ cups almond flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt

Toppings

• Everything but the bagel seasoning (for topping)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
2. Blend Wet Ingredients: In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, and 1 egg. Blend this mixture until it becomes completely smooth and creamy.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to evenly distribute the baking powder and salt.
4. Form Dough: Pour the blended wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Using a rubber spatula, fold and stir until a dough forms. If the mixture feels too wet and sticky, gradually add more almond flour until it is easier to handle.
5. Shape Bagels: Divide the dough equally into 5 portions. Roll each portion into a ball and place them spaced on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each ball gently with your hand or spatula.
6. Create Hole: Using the back of the rubber spatula handle, gently poke a hole through the center of each flattened dough ball to shape the classic bagel form.
7. Apply Egg Wash: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 egg and ¼ teaspoon water. Brush this egg wash generously over the tops of each bagel to help achieve a golden, shiny crust.
8. Add Topping: Sprinkle the tops of the bagels with everything but the bagel seasoning to add savory flavor and texture.
9. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the bagels for 20 to 22 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top and cooked through.
10. Cool and Serve: Remove the bagels from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack before serving to enhance their texture and flavor.

Notes

• If the dough is too sticky to handle, add almond flour gradually until a workable dough consistency is reached.
• These bagels are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• For an extra boost of flavor, feel free to experiment with different seasoning toppings like sesame seeds or poppy seeds.
• Using full-fat Greek yogurt and cottage cheese helps maintain a moist texture.
• Ensure the bagel holes are large enough as they will shrink slightly during baking.

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