Irresistibly Easy Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels – Nutritious & Delicious for Any Meal
Easy Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels are a nutritious and delicious snack or meal, combining cottage cheese and spinach in a delightful dough for any time of day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 flagels
- Category: Vegetarian & Vegan
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- For the Dough:
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat for creaminess)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil)
- 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- 1 tsp baking powder (ensure fresh)
- 1 tsp salt (sea salt preferred)
- For the Filling:
- 2 cups baby spinach, finely chopped (or kale)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or feta for tangy flavor)
Instructions
- Prep dough: blend cottage cheese, olive oil, and egg until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients: whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually mix dry into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chopped spinach and shredded mozzarella.
- Shape dough into bagel-like flagels and place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- Can substitute spinach with kale, and mozzarella with feta.
- Great for breakfast, lunch, or as a snack.