Can I make these bagels with just two ingredients?

Yes, all you need is cottage cheese and self-rising flour. These two pantry staples mix into a dough that yields chewy, golden bagels in just minutes. No yeast, no rise time—just shape, season, and air fry. It’s one of the easiest ways to get fresh homemade bagels fast.

Are they good for weight loss?

They can be! These protein-packed bagels offer fewer carbs and more satiety than traditional ones. Thanks to the cottage cheese, they digest more slowly, keeping you fuller longer. When paired with a balanced breakfast or eaten as a snack, they fit easily into a healthy routine.

What are the best toppings?

Go savory with everything bagel seasoning, garlic butter, or cream cheese and lox. Or sweeten it up with cinnamon, honey, or nut butter. Because cottage cheese creates a neutral base, these air-fried bagels pair well with just about anything.

Can I freeze them after air frying?

Absolutely. Once cooled, wrap each one in parchment or foil and freeze for up to two months. When ready to eat, reheat in the air fryer at 320°F until warm and crisp. It’s the best way to keep texture and flavor intact without using the microwave.

Air Fryer Cottage Cheese Bagels – 5-Minute Healthy Favorite

Name: Air Fryer Cottage Cheese Bagels: Easy, High-Protein Breakfast
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 17 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; Pinch of salt – optional; 1 cup + 2 tablespoons cottage cheese – 2%; 1 egg – optional; Toppings: everything seasoning, poppy seeds, sesame seeds

Ingredients

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1 cup all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

Pinch of salt – optional

1 cup + 2 tablespoons cottage cheese – 2%

1 egg – optional

Toppings: everything seasoning, poppy seeds, sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt (if using).

2. Add cottage cheese and mix until a sticky dough forms.

3. Divide into 4 equal portions and shape each into a bagel.

4. Optional: Brush tops with egg wash and sprinkle with desired toppings.

5. Place bagels in a preheated air fryer at 350°F for 10–12 minutes or until golden.

6. Let cool slightly and serve warm.

Notes

For best results, use full-fat cottage cheese.

Feel free to mix toppings or try savory and sweet versions.

Author: Jack
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Air Fryer
Cuisine: American