PROTEIN BAGELS
Getting kids (and even adults) to eat enough protein can be a challenge, but what if I told you there’s a way to sneak it into something most people already love? Bagels! After experimenting with multiple dough recipes, this high-protein version was my kids’ favorite! I love that it gives them a nutritious boost—without sacrificing taste. Let’s get baking!
PREP TIME: 10-15 minutes
COOK TIME: 20 minutes
OVERALL TIME: approximately 35 minutes
Servings: 8-10 small sized bagels
INGREDIENTS
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese (12 grams of protein)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (14 grams of protein)
- 1 cup flour (16 grams of protein)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 egg (lightly scrambled in a separate bowl)
Optional:
- sesame seeds
- poppy seeds
- dried minced garlic
- dried chopped onion
- everything bagel seasoning
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese and yogurt and mix thoroughly.
- Add flour and baking powder to wet ingredients and, again, mix thoroughly.
- Mold dough into fist-sized patties and arrange them on a cutting board or flat surface.
- Poke a hole in the middle of the patty, so it resembles a bagel (I used the bottom end of a butter knife but you can use your finger).
- Place the bagel shaped dough onto a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the egg wash on top of each bagel.
- Add seasonings to the bagels (if desired).
- Bake in the oven for 20 minutes.
- Once they are finished baking, remove bagels from the oven and allow them to sit and cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Store the homemade bagels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze them for up to 2 months.
Protein is important because it plays a key role in building and repairing tissues, supporting muscle growth, and maintaining a strong immune system. It also helps regulate hormones and enzymes, which are significant for specific bodily functions. For children, protein is especially important for growth and development, while for adults, it aids in muscle maintenance and overall energy levels. Including enough protein in your diet can also help in making you fuller for longer and supporting a balanced metabolism.
