Description
A delightful twist on classic bagels featuring wholesome ingredients like spinach and cottage cheese, perfect for a nutritious breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Cottage Cheese (low-fat recommended)
- 1 cup Fresh Spinach (finely chopped)
- 1 large Egg (beaten for egg wash)
- 2 cups All-purpose Flour (whole wheat can be used)
- 1 tbsp Baking Powder
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder (optional)
- 1 tsp Salt (sea salt preferred)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
- Combine the cottage cheese, chopped spinach, and beaten egg in a large bowl; mix well.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, garlic powder (if using), and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture; stir until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough gently on a floured surface until smooth.
- Divide the dough into equal portions and shape each piece into a flat bagel shape.
- Place the bagels on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush the tops with any remaining beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving to enhance the flavors.
Notes
For added flavor, consider experimenting with fresh or dried herbs. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg