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Delicious Cottage Cheese Flagels: A Healthy and Tasty Alternative

Delicious Cottage Cheese Flagels: A Healthy and Tasty Alternative
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder optional
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder optional
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Sesame seeds for topping optional

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Equipment

  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Fork or whisk
  • 1 Baking sheet
  • 1 Parchment paper
  • 1 Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the *cottage cheese*, *egg*, and *olive oil*, and whisk together until smooth.
  3. Add the *almond flour*, *baking powder*, *salt*, and optional *garlic powder* and *onion powder* to the bowl, mixing until a dough forms.
  4. Flour your hands lightly with almond flour and divide the dough into four equal parts.
  5. Shape each piece into a round bagel shape by rolling it into a ball and then pressing a hole in the center to create the flagel form.
  6. Place the shaped flagels on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring enough space between each one.
  7. If desired, sprinkle sesame seeds on top of each flagel for extra flavor and crunch.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown and firm to the touch.
  9. Once done, remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Storage & Reheating:
Store any leftover flagels in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply pop them in the toaster or warm them in the oven until heated through.
Variations:
- Add herbs like dill or chives for a fresh flavor.
- Incorporate chopped sun-dried tomatoes or olives into the dough.
- Use different flavored almond flour, like garlic or onion, for more variety.
- Top with everything bagel seasoning for an extra kick.