Cottage Cheese Flagels Recipe (Easy High Protein Bagels)
These Cottage Cheese Flagels are soft, chewy, and packed with protein while tasting absolutely amazing! Made with simple ingredients, these flat bagel-style breads are perfect for healthy breakfasts, snacks, or meal prep. Enjoy them plain, toasted, or topped with your favorite spreads for an easy and satisfying homemade treat.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Stand mixer or hands for kneading
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Large pot (for boiling)
- Slotted spoon
Ingredients
- All-purpose or bread flour
- Cottage cheese (drained slightly)
- Active dry yeast
- Warm water
- Salt
- Optional toppings: sesame seeds, poppy seeds, cinnamon sugar, shredded cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Dough: Mix flour, yeast, salt, cottage cheese, and warm water until combined.
- Knead: Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.
- Shape Flagels: Divide dough into portions, shape into rounds, then flatten into discs.
- Boil: Drop flagels into boiling water for 1 minute per side to set crust.
- Bake: Transfer to baking sheet, sprinkle with toppings, and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Cool slightly, slice, and enjoy with your favorite spreads or fillings.
Notes
- Drain cottage cheese slightly to avoid overly wet dough.
- Boiling is essential for chewy crust—don’t skip this step.
- Store in an airtight container for 3–4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Slice before freezing for easy toasting.
- Experiment with toppings: everything seasoning, cinnamon sugar, or shredded cheese.
- Whole wheat flour adds fiber and a nutty flavor.