Irresistibly Easy Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels for Any Meal Recipe
These Irresistibly Easy Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels are soft, cheesy, and packed with nutritious spinach, making them perfect for any meal of the day. Featuring a simple dough blended with creamy cottage cheese and mozzarella, these baked delights are quick to prepare and cater to a variety of dietary preferences with easy substitutions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 flagels 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
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)
Add-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 until smooth and creamy. This creates a moist base for the flagels.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening and seasoning.
- Mix Ingredients: Gradually pour the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Fold in Spinach and Cheese: Gently incorporate the finely chopped baby spinach and shredded mozzarella into the dough, distributing them evenly without crushing the ingredients.
- Shape Flagels: Form the dough into bagel-like ring shapes and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet for even cooking and easy cleanup.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake the flagels for about 15 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool: Allow the flagels to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving to let the texture set and avoid burning your mouth.
Notes
- For a vegan option, replace the egg with a flaxseed egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water, set for 5 minutes).
- Use almond flour instead of all-purpose flour for a gluten-free variation.
- Try substituting kale for spinach if you prefer a heartier green.
- For a tangier flavor, swap shredded mozzarella with crumbled feta cheese.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
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