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Easy Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels

Easy Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels: A Healthy, Tasty Twist

Easy Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels offer a delightful twist on healthy snacks with rich flavors and a protein punch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 flagels
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Full-fat for creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 large Egg For vegan option, use ground flaxseed mixed with water
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Almond flour works as a gluten-free option
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for best results
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Opt for sea salt for better taste
For the Flavor
  • 1 cup Baby Spinach Finely chopped; kale is a good substitute
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Feta or sharp cheddar can replace it

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels
  1. In a mixing bowl, blend the cottage cheese, olive oil, and beaten egg until smooth and creamy for about 2-3 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until no lumps remain.
  3. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  4. Fold in the finely chopped baby spinach and shredded mozzarella cheese into your dough until evenly distributed.
  5. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) while shaping the dough into bagel-like shapes about 2-3 inches wide.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly on a wire rack for about 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1flagelCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These flagels are customizable; experiment with different cheeses or herbs for variations.

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