Easy Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels Recipe
These Easy Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels are a delicious and healthy twist on traditional bagels. Made with cottage cheese, fresh spinach, and mozzarella, these flat bagels are soft, flavorful, and perfect for a quick breakfast or snack. Baked until golden brown, they offer a satisfying low-fat option with a cheesy, savory flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 flagels 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Flagel Dough
- 1 cup (210 g) cottage cheese
- 1 cup + 2 tbsp (125 g) all-purpose flour
- 3 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 oz (56.7 g) baby spinach, micro chopped
- 1/2 cup (56 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
Egg Wash
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking.
- Prepare Cottage Cheese: Place the cottage cheese in a mini food processor and pulse until it becomes smooth and creamy. This helps to create a softer dough texture.
- Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the smooth cottage cheese, flour, baking powder, salt, olive oil, chopped spinach, and shredded mozzarella cheese. Mix thoroughly until all the ingredients are fully incorporated into a cohesive dough.
- Shape the Flagels: Using your hands, form the dough into a thick log about 6 inches long. Divide this log into 6 equal pieces. Flatten each piece into a round, flat shape, then gently poke a hole through the center with your finger to create the classic bagel shape.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the shaped flagels onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush each one generously with the lightly beaten egg to give them a shiny, golden finish when baked.
- Bake: Bake the flagels in the preheated oven for 22 to 25 minutes or until the tops turn a beautiful golden brown.
- Cool: Once baked, transfer the flagels to a wire rack and allow them to cool completely before serving to ensure the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Make sure to micro chop the spinach finely so it blends well in the dough.
- Using a mini food processor to smooth the cottage cheese ensures a better dough consistency.
- The egg wash gives the flagels a nice shine and golden color on the crust.
- If you prefer a crustier bagel, you may brush them with milk or water instead of egg wash.
- These flagels can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
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