introduction
These Jalapeño Cheddar Cottage Cheese Bagels are quick, soft, and full of spice and cheese. They use cottage cheese and self-rising flour for an easy dough. If you like bold, savory bites, try this similar savory snack of garlic parmesan cheeseburger bombs for another tasty idea.
why make this recipe
Make this recipe because it is fast and simple. It needs few ingredients. You get warm bagels with cheddar and jalapeño in about 30 minutes. This is great for breakfast, snacks, or a quick dinner side.
how to make Jalapeño Cheddar Cottage Cheese Bagels
Blend the cottage cheese until smooth. Grate the cheddar and finely dice the seeded jalapeño. Mix the blended cottage cheese, self-rising flour, cheddar, and diced jalapeño until it forms crumbs. Knead those crumbs on a board into a dough ball for about 1 minute. Cut into four pieces, shape each into a bagel with a hole in the center. Lightly brush with egg wash (or spray oil), top with extra cheddar and jalapeño slices. Bake until golden and cooked through.
Ingredients :
- 1 cup cottage cheese, blended
- 1 cup self rising flour
- 1/2 cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese (plus more for topping)
- 1 fresh jalepeno, seeded and finely diced (plus some slices for topping)
- Optional: 1 egg for an egg wash before baking
Directions :
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees and line a medium baking sheet with parchment paper or tin foil.
- Add your cottage cheese to a blender or blender cup and blend until smooth. Then, freshly shred your cheddar cheese and de-seed then dice your jalepeno.
- Add ALL of your blended cottage cheese, self rising flour, cheddar cheese, and diced jalepeno to a bowl and mix with a spatula until it forms crumbles.
- Pour the mixture out onto a large cutting board and begin to knead and fold the dough together until it forms a well combined dough ball (this will take about 1 minute… do not worry, the dough DOES come together).
- Cut your dough ball into 4 equal sections. Take one section and roll it into a smaller ball then form it into a bagel form making sure to make the center hole large enough so that the bagel maintains its shape as it bakes. Repeat until you have 4 bagels.
- Whisk an egg in a small bowl and top each bagel with a light egg wash (you could also spray with avocado oil spray) and then sprinkle on additional cheddar cheese and jalepeno slices.
- Bake at 375 for 25-28 minutes or until the tops are golden and the dough is fully cooked through. Enjoy!
how to serve Jalapeño Cheddar Cottage Cheese Bagels
Serve warm from the oven. Slice and add butter, cream cheese, or extra shredded cheddar. These bagels also work well with eggs, deli meat, or avocado slices.
how to store Jalapeño Cheddar Cottage Cheese Bagels
Let fully cool. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate up to 5 days. To freeze, wrap each bagel and freeze up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven or toaster until warm.
tips to make Jalapeño Cheddar Cottage Cheese Bagels
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for richer flavor and softer texture.
- Make the center hole big so it keeps shape while baking.
- If the dough feels sticky, dust your hands lightly with flour.
- Use freshly shredded cheddar for better melt and taste than pre-shredded cheese.
variation (if any)
- Make them milder: leave out the jalapeño or use only a small amount.
- Add herbs: mix in chopped chives or parsley.
- Swap cheese: try pepper jack for more heat or mozzarella for a milder melt.
FAQs
Q: Can I use regular flour instead of self-rising flour?
A: You can, but you must add baking powder and salt. For every cup of all-purpose flour, add 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
Q: Can I skip the egg wash?
A: Yes. Skip the egg wash and spray lightly with oil or leave plain. The top will be less shiny but still tasty.
Q: How do I make them less spicy?
A: Remove the seeds and ribs from the jalapeño, or use a small amount of diced jalapeño. You can also use a milder pepper.
Q: Can I double the recipe?
A: Yes. Double all ingredients and shape twice the number of bagels. Bake on two sheets if needed.
Q: How do I know they are fully cooked?
A: The tops should be golden and the bagels should feel firm. You can also insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
Jalapeño Cheddar Cottage Cheese Bagels
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Total Time: 43 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Quick and soft bagels made with cottage cheese, self-rising flour, jalapeño, and cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese, blended
- 1 cup self-rising flour
- 1/2 cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese (plus more for topping)
- 1 fresh jalapeño, seeded and finely diced (plus some slices for topping)
- Optional: 1 egg for an egg wash before baking
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a medium baking sheet with parchment paper or tin foil.
- Blend the cottage cheese until smooth.
- Grate the cheddar cheese and finely dice the seeded jalapeño.
- Add the blended cottage cheese, self-rising flour, cheddar cheese, and diced jalapeño to a bowl and mix until it forms crumbles.
- Knead the mixture on a cutting board until it forms a dough ball (about 1 minute).
- Cut the dough into 4 equal sections and shape each into a bagel with a large hole in the center.
- Whisk the egg and brush a light egg wash over each bagel, then sprinkle with additional cheddar cheese and jalapeño slices.
- Bake for 25-28 minutes or until golden and fully cooked through.
- Serve warm from the oven.
Notes
Use full-fat cottage cheese for richer flavor. Avoid sticky dough by dusting hands with flour. Make the center hole larger to prevent collapsing during baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
