Description

These Irresistibly Easy Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels are a delicious and healthy option for any meal. Combining creamy cottage cheese, fresh spinach, and melty mozzarella, these soft, cheesy bagel-like breads come together quickly and bake into golden perfection. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack, they offer a nutritious way to enjoy savory flavors in a bread alternative that’s both satisfying and easy to make.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

1 cup Cottage Cheese (Use full-fat for creaminess)
2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Can substitute with avocado oil)
1 large Egg (For a vegan option, use ground flaxseed mixed with water)

Dry Ingredients

1 cup All-Purpose Flour (Almond flour for gluten-free option)
1 teaspoon Baking Powder (Ensure it’s fresh)
1 teaspoon Salt (Opt for sea salt)

Mix-ins

2 cups Baby Spinach (Finely chopped; kale can be substituted)
1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (Feta for a tangier flavor)

Instructions

Prep Dough: In a mixing bowl, blend the cottage cheese, olive oil, and egg together until the mixture is smooth and creamy, creating the wet base for the dough.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and seasoning.
Mix Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing and developing gluten.
Fold in Spinach and Cheese: Carefully incorporate the finely chopped baby spinach and shredded mozzarella cheese into the dough, ensuring even distribution without breaking the mixture down.
Shape Flagels: Form the dough into bagel-like ring shapes, placing each on a parchment-lined baking sheet to prevent sticking during baking.
Bake: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the shaped flagels for about 15 minutes until they turn golden brown and are cooked through.
Cool: Remove the flagels from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving, which helps maintain their texture and prevents sogginess.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with almond flour and adjust liquid if necessary.
To make vegan flagels, replace the egg with a flaxseed egg mixture (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water).
Try swapping mozzarella with feta for a tangier flavor profile.
Kale can be used instead of baby spinach, finely chopped, for a different texture and taste.
Ensure baking powder is fresh for proper rise and fluffiness.
Serve warm for the best texture and flavor experience.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Bread
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: spinach flagels, cottage cheese bread, easy savory bread, spinach mozzarella bread, low-fat bread recipe, quick bread recipe, healthy baking