Description
Easy Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels are a delightful and nutritious treat that seamlessly combine the creamy goodness of cottage cheese with the vibrant taste of spinach. These flagels are perfect for any meal, whether you’re starting your day with a healthy breakfast, enjoying a quick lunch, or looking for a satisfying snack. With their fluffy texture and savory flavor, they can be customized with different cheeses or herbs to suit your palate. Whip them up in just 10 minutes of prep time, bake them to golden perfection, and enjoy them warm or cold. Ideal for both kids and adults, these flagels make healthy eating fun and delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat recommended)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or avocado oil)
- 1 large egg (or ground flaxseed for vegan option)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (almond flour for gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups baby spinach (finely chopped)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or feta)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, olive oil, and egg until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture.
- Gently fold in chopped spinach and shredded mozzarella until just combined.
- Shape the dough into bagel-like forms on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for approximately 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack/Breakfast/Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg