Is cottage cheese good for bagels?

Yes! Cottage cheese is an excellent base for bagels. It adds moisture, protein, and a subtle tang that enhances both sweet and savory versions. In a cottage cheese air fryer bagel , it also helps with structure and softness without needing lots of fat or sugar.

How long to cook cottage cheese bread in an air fryer?

For most air fryer-friendly recipes, including bagels or cottage cheese bread, the sweet spot is around 10–12 minutes at 350°F . If you're using thicker dough, check at the 12-minute mark and adjust as needed.

Can you cook a bagel in the air fryer?

Absolutely. Air fryers are great for both cooking raw bagel dough and reheating pre-baked bagels. A cottage cheese air fryer bagel turns out perfectly golden and firm with less time than oven baking.

Can you freeze protein bagels?

Yes! Freeze fully cooled bagels by wrapping them individually. A frozen cottage cheese air fryer bagel stays fresh for up to 2 months and can be reheated straight from the freezer in an air fryer or oven.

Cottage Cheese Air Fryer Bagel – Best High-Protein Snack

Name: Cottage Cheese Air Fryer Bagels
Prep time: 8 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients: ¾ cup cottage cheese (blended smooth if needed); 1 large egg; ½ cup almond flour or oat flour; 1 tsp baking powder; ¼ tsp salt; Optional toppings: everything bagel seasoning, grated cheese

Description

These Cottage Cheese Air Fryer Bagels are quick, protein-packed, and low in carbs—perfect for busy mornings or post-workout snacks. Crisp on the outside, fluffy inside, and ready in under 15 minutes.

Ingredients

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¾ cup cottage cheese (blended smooth if needed)
1 large egg
½ cup almond flour or oat flour
1 tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
Optional toppings: everything bagel seasoning, grated cheese

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Instructions

Blend cottage cheese if using large curd for smoother texture.
In a bowl, combine cottage cheese, egg, flour, baking powder, and salt to form sticky dough.
Wet hands, divide dough into 4 pieces, shape into bagels.
Line air fryer basket with parchment or liner and preheat to 350°F if needed.
Place bagels in basket, spaced apart, and air fry at 350°F for 10–12 minutes until golden.
Cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use almond flour for low-carb, oat flour for fiber. Add cinnamon for sweet or garlic and cheese for savory. Bagels freeze well and reheat perfectly in the air fryer.

Prep Time: 8 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Air Fryer
Cuisine: Healthy

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bagel
Calories: 160
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 40mg