Description
Easy Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels are a nutritious, protein-packed baked snack made with cottage cheese, spinach, and mozzarella—perfect for breakfast, lunch, or anytime cravings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups baby spinach, finely chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, blend cottage cheese, olive oil, and egg until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chopped spinach and shredded mozzarella.
- Shape dough into flagel (bagel-like) shapes and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for 15 minutes until golden.
- Allow flagels to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for best texture.
- Swap spinach with kale or herbs if desired.
- Best served warm but store well for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Vegetarian & Vegan
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American