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Spinach Cottage Cheese Bagels

Enjoy these warm, chewy bagels packed with nutrients from fresh spinach and creamy cottage cheese, perfect for any day of the week!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 bagels
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped Use fresh spinach for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup cottage cheese Can be substituted with ricotta or Greek yogurt.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 cup water Add more if needed to form dough.
  • 1 each egg, beaten (for egg wash) Can replace with flax egg for vegan option.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the chopped spinach and cottage cheese.
  3. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Add the spinach mixture to the flour mixture and mix well.
  5. Stir in olive oil, honey, and water until a dough forms.
  6. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes.
  7. Divide the dough into equal pieces and shape them into bagels.
  8. Place the bagels on a baking sheet.
  9. Brush the tops with the beaten egg.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.

Notes

Let them cool slightly before serving. Store in the fridge for 3-5 days, or freeze for up to a month.