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Four golden-brown cottage cheese bagels in air fryer basket, topped with everything seasoning, showing perfect texture and color
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Cottage Cheese Bagels in Air Fryer

These cottage cheese bagels are light, protein-packed, and easy to make in the air fryer. Perfect for breakfast or a healthy snack, they come together quickly with minimal ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 6 bagels
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup cottage cheese blended until smooth
  • 1 cup self-rising flour or all-purpose flour + 1 1/2 tsp baking powder + 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp honey optional, for sweetness
Topping
  • 1 tbsp everything bagel seasoning or sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp egg wash 1 egg beaten with 1 tsp water

Method
 

  1. In a blender, process the cottage cheese until smooth and creamy.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the blended cottage cheese, self-rising flour, and honey (if using). Mix until a dough forms.
  3. Lightly flour a surface and knead the dough for 2–3 minutes until smooth.
  4. Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces. Shape each into a ball, then poke a hole in the center to form a bagel shape.
  5. Brush each bagel with egg wash and sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning.
  6. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Place the bagels in a single layer in the basket.
  7. Air fry for 12 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Let the bagels cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For softer bagels, add an extra tablespoon of cottage cheese. These are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Information:
  • Calories: 180
  • Total Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 3g
  • Protein: 15g