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Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels

Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels: Your New Favorite Protein Snack

Enjoy these Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels as a delicious, protein-packed snack perfect for any time of the day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 flagels
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Use full-fat for extra creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 large Egg For vegan option, replace with ground flaxseed mixed with water
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Almond flour can be used for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure freshness for best results
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Sea salt is recommended
For the Flavor
  • 1 cup Baby Spinach Finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Can swap for feta

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, olive oil, and beaten egg. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  4. Fold in chopped spinach and shredded mozzarella cheese carefully.
  5. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and shape the dough into bagel-like forms.
  6. Bake for approximately 15 minutes until golden brown and firm.
  7. Let them cool on a wire rack for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1flagelCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These flagels are versatile; feel free to swap cheeses or greens to suit your taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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