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Garlic-Parmesan Cottage Cheese Bagels

Garlic-Parmesan Cottage Cheese Bagels Recipe

Olivia Brooks
Bake Garlic-Parmesan Cottage Cheese Bagels with Parmesan and garlic for soft, cheesy bagels that are perfect toasted or straight from the oven.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4 bagels
Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons.
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Knife or bench scraper (optional, for shaping)
  • Pastry brush (for egg wash)
  • Cooling rack

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese blended until smooth if chunky
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic finely minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 egg for egg wash
  • Optional topping: extra Parmesan dried parsley, or flaky salt

Instructions
 

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Blend the Cottage Cheese

  • If your cottage cheese is chunky, blend it until smooth. This makes the dough more even and helps create a better texture.

Step 3: Mix the Dry Ingredients

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir well so everything is evenly distributed.

Step 4: Add the Flavor

  • Stir in the minced garlic and grated Parmesan cheese. The smell at this stage? Already amazing.

Step 5: Add Wet Ingredients

  • Add the blended cottage cheese and olive oil to the bowl. Mix with a spoon until a dough begins to form.

Step 6: Knead Gently

  • Lightly flour your surface and knead the dough for about 2–3 minutes. You’re not looking for perfection—just a soft, slightly tacky dough that holds together.

Step 7: Shape the Bagels

  • Divide the dough into four equal pieces. Roll each into a rope and connect the ends to form a ring. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 8: Egg Wash and Toppings

  • Beat the egg and brush it over the tops of the bagels. Sprinkle with extra Parmesan or herbs if desired.

Step 9: Bake

  • Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown on top.

Step 10: Cool Slightly

  • Let them cool for at least 5–10 minutes before slicing. The inside continues to set as they cool.
Keyword Garlic-Parmesan Cottage Cheese Bagels