Description
These Simple 3-Ingredient Protein Bagels are chewy, golden, and packed with protein thanks to cottage cheese. Made in the air fryer, they come together in minutes—perfect for a quick, healthy breakfast or snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- Pinch of salt (optional)
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons cottage cheese (2% or 4%)
- 1 egg (optional, for egg wash)
- Toppings: everything seasoning, poppy seeds, sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare Dough: In a medium bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in cottage cheese until a dough forms. Knead lightly until smooth.
- Shape Bagels: Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each into a log and shape into a bagel ring.
- Add Toppings: If using, beat the egg and brush on top of bagels. Sprinkle with your favorite toppings.
- Air Fry: Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Place bagels in a single layer and cook for 10–12 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool & Enjoy: Let bagels cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- No egg? You can skip the egg wash—your bagels will still be tasty, just less shiny.
- Try Greek yogurt instead of cottage cheese if preferred, though the protein content may differ.
- Best enjoyed fresh, but you can store them in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel (out of 4)
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: protein bagels, 3 ingredient bagels, air fryer bagels, healthy high protein breakfast