Traditional Cottage Cheese Bagels with Boiled Crust

A classic-style bagel with cottage cheese richness, boiled crust for chew, and a lightly tangy finish. This recipe blends cottage cheese into the dough for moisture and a subtle tang, then boils before baking for that iconic chewy crust.

Total time

1h

Serves

4

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Ingredients

4 servings

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Instructions

Chef’s Pro Tips

  • Use smooth cottage cheese for easier dough; avoid large curds.
  • For extra chew, let dough rest 10 minutes before shaping.
  • A fresh-squeezed squeeze of lemon over finished bagels brightens flavor.

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with butter, cream cheese, or savory toppings; pair with a simple greens salad for a complete lunch.

Storage Instructions

Store cooled bagels in an airtight container up to 2 days or freeze individually; reheat in toaster or oven.

Nutrition

Estimated, per serving

calories
320kcal
protein
12g
carbs
48g
fat
9g

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