Description
Delicious and nutritious bagels made with fresh spinach and cottage cheese, perfect for breakfast or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Cottage Cheese (Choose low-fat for a lighter option)
- 1 cup Fresh Spinach (Chop finely for even flavor distribution)
- 1 large Egg (For egg wash, beaten well)
- 2 cups All-purpose Flour (Swap with whole wheat for added fiber)
- 1 tbsp Baking Powder (Essential for a light rise)
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder (Optional, for added flavor)
- 1 tsp Salt (Use sea salt for a bit of crunch)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, chopped spinach, and beaten egg; mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, garlic powder (if using), and salt.
- 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
Consider using sugar substitutes for those with diabetes. Store in an airtight container or freeze for later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg