Description
Cottage Cheese Flagels are a protein‑packed bagel‑flatbread hybrid that’s soft inside, chewy outside, and perfect for toasting. Made with cottage cheese and simple pantry ingredients, these quick breads are great for breakfast, snacks, or sandwiches with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all‑purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (optional, for extra moisture)
- 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)
- Toppings (optional): sesame seeds, poppy seeds, everything bagel seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the cottage cheese and Greek yogurt (if using) to the dry ingredients. Mix until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. Add a bit more flour if it’s too wet to handle.
- Divide the dough into 4–6 equal portions. Shape each portion into a flattened round and use your finger to poke a hole in the center to form a flagel shape.
- Place the shaped flagels on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with beaten egg to help them brown.
- Sprinkle with your choice of toppings (sesame seeds, poppy seeds, etc.).
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the tops are golden brown and the flagels are cooked through.
- Let them cool slightly before slicing or toasting with your favorite spreads or toppings.
Notes
- Use whole wheat flour for a heartier, higher‑fiber version.
- Stir shredded cheese, chives, or garlic powder into the dough for a savory flavor twist.
- For a sweet version, add cinnamon and a bit of honey to the dough and top with cinnamon sugar before baking.
- Swap toppings for dried onion flakes, sunflower seeds, or poppy seeds for different textures.
- Make mini flagels for snack‑size or slider‑style breads.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flagel
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
