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Spinach Cottage Cheese

Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels That Will Transform Snack Time

These Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels are a delicious and nutritious snack, perfect for busy days.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 flagels
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese use full-fat for extra richness
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 large Egg for vegan option, substitute with ground flaxseed mixed with water
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour almond flour serves as a gluten-free alternative
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder ensure freshness for best results
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt opt for sea salt for finer taste
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Baby Spinach kale can be substituted if desired
  • 0.5 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese feta can be used for a tangier profile

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels
  1. In a spacious mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, olive oil, and egg. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  2. In a separate bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
  3. Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring with a spatula until just combined.
  4. Gently fold in finely chopped baby spinach and shredded mozzarella cheese into the dough.
  5. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly flour your hands and shape the dough into bagel-like shapes.
  6. Transfer the shaped flagels into the preheated oven and bake for approximately 15 minutes.
  7. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack for about 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1flagelCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These flagels are versatile; feel free to experiment with different cheeses and herbs to suit your taste.

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