Description
These Low Carb Bagels made with cottage cheese and almond flour offer a delicious, protein-packed alternative to traditional bagels. Soft and slightly chewy, they’re perfect for anyone craving a keto-friendly breakfast or snack that’s simple to make and topped with flavorful everything bagel seasoning.
Ingredients
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Bagel Dough
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 egg
- 2 ¼ cups almond flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
Egg Wash and Topping
- 1 egg + ¼ tsp water (for egg wash)
- Everything but the bagel seasoning (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Blend Wet Ingredients: In a blender, combine cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, and 1 egg. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth to ensure even dough texture.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, baking powder, and salt for a uniform dry mix.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the blended wet ingredients into the bowl with dry ingredients. Use a rubber spatula to mix until a dough forms, ensuring all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Form Dough Balls: Divide the dough into 5 equal portions. Roll each portion into a smooth ball and place them on the prepared baking sheet. If the dough feels too wet to handle, add small amounts of almond flour until manageable.
- Shape Bagels: Gently flatten each ball slightly, then use the back of the handle of the rubber spatula to press a hole in the center of each, creating the classic bagel shape.
- Prepare Egg Wash: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 egg and ¼ teaspoon water until smooth. Brush this egg wash evenly over the tops of each bagel to promote browning and shine.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the tops of the bagels liberally with everything but the bagel seasoning to add flavor and texture.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake the bagels for 20 to 22 minutes or until they turn a golden brown color, indicating they are cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bagels from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving to achieve the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of almond flour to get the right dough consistency if it’s too sticky.
- Ensure the blending of cottage cheese and yogurt is thorough to prevent lumps in the dough.
- Feel free to customize toppings: sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or sea salt make great alternatives.
- Store leftover bagels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Reheat bagels in a toaster or oven to restore crispness before serving.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: low carb bagels, almond flour bagels, keto bagels, cottage cheese bagels, healthy breakfast, gluten free bagels
