High-Protein Cottage Cheese Bagel Bites
Make quick, protein-packed bagel bites using cottage cheese as the base for a satisfying, low-carb snack or breakfast.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 18 min
- Total Time: 28 min
- Yield: About 12 bites
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese, well-drained
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
- Optional toppings: Everything bagel seasoning, chives, smoked salmon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Drain the cottage cheese thoroughly. Press out as much moisture as possible using a paper towel or cheesecloth.
- Combine the drained cottage cheese, eggs, almond flour, baking powder, garlic powder, and salt in a food processor. Pulse until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the shredded mozzarella cheese by hand.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Gently shape them into small, round, flattened discs, about 1/2 inch thick.
- Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the bites are set and lightly golden brown.
- Remove from the oven. If desired, immediately sprinkle with your chosen toppings like everything bagel seasoning or chives.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For the best texture, ensure your cottage cheese is very dry before mixing. Excess water will make the dough too wet.
- If you want a firmer bite, you can chill the dough for 15 minutes before scooping.
- To keep these low-carb, avoid traditional bagel toppings like sugary sauces or high-carb vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 bites
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 280
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 7
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 18
- Cholesterol: 75