What Can I Mix With Cottage Cheese?

Cottage cheese is one of the most versatile ingredients in your fridge. For savory pairings, mix it with fresh herbs like dill or chives, cracked black pepper, or even garlic powder. Spoon it onto a toasted cottage cheese bagel recipe with tomato slices and avocado for a protein-packed open-faced breakfast. On the sweet side? Stir in honey, cinnamon, or fruit preserves. That combo pairs beautifully with the slight tang of the bagel dough. It's also a great way to reuse leftovers creatively.

What Is Good and Bad About Cottage Cheese?

The good: It’s low in fat, high in protein, and full of nutrients like calcium, selenium, and B12. In baking, cottage cheese acts as a moisture enhancer and protein-booster. That’s why this cottage cheese bagel recipe gives you the chew of traditional bagels with less fat and more staying power. The not-so-good: Some store-bought cottage cheese can be high in sodium. Always check the label—many brands now offer low-sodium or no-salt-added versions. Also, if you’re sensitive to dairy or lactose, opt for a lactose-free version.

What Do Most People Eat Cottage Cheese With?

Classic combos include fruit, toast, or simply a spoon. But lately, it’s having a major comeback in recipes—think smoothies, pancakes, and baked goods like these high-protein bagels. For a savory twist, try cottage cheese as a spread on your bagel with cracked pepper and cucumber. For sweet lovers, pair it with a drizzle of honey like in our cottage cheese and honey recipe —a simple yet dreamy snack.

Does Cottage Cheese Melt Like Traditional Cheese?

Cottage cheese doesn’t melt the same way mozzarella or cheddar does, but when blended and baked, it softens beautifully and integrates into doughs. In this recipe, blended cottage cheese acts more like Greek yogurt—smooth, mild, and creamy when baked. It doesn’t stretch or ooze, but it creates a perfectly moist interior in baked goods.

Cottage Cheese Bagel Recipe – Stunning 6-Ingredient Breakfast You’ll Love

Name: Cottage Cheese Bagel Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 13 min
Total time: 33 min
Yield: 4 bagels
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting); 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup cottage cheese (blended smooth); 1/2 egg, beaten (or 1 egg white); Optional toppings: sesame seeds, everything bagel seasoning, poppy seeds

Description

These soft, golden-brown cottage cheese bagels are high in protein and come together in under 30 minutes. No yeast, no boiling—just blend, mix, and bake. Chewy inside, crisp outside, and 100% delicious.

Ingredients

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1 cup all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)

2 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

1 cup cottage cheese (blended smooth)

1/2 egg, beaten (or use 1 egg white)

Optional toppings: sesame seeds, poppy seeds, everything bagel seasoning

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Instructions

1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

2. Blend cottage cheese in a food processor until smooth.

3. Add blended cottage cheese to dry ingredients; mix until a soft dough forms.

4. If the dough is sticky, dust lightly with flour as needed.

5. Divide dough into 4 equal parts; roll into balls, poke holes to shape into bagels.

6. Brush tops and sides with beaten egg or egg white.

7. Sprinkle with desired toppings.

8. Air fry at 300°F for 13 minutes or bake at 375°F for 22–25 minutes until golden.

Notes

Use low-sodium cottage cheese if preferred.

Bagels freeze well—wrap individually and store for up to 3 months.

For best texture, toast bagels before serving after storage.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 13 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Air Fry / Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bagel
Calories: 203
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 967 mg
Fat: 3 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Unsaturated Fat: 1.3 g
Trans Fat: 0.003 g
Carbohydrates: 32 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 11 g
Cholesterol: 29 mg