Irresistibly Easy Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels

Soft, savory, protein-packed — perfect for breakfast, lunch, or snack time

Ingredients (Makes 4 flagels)

• 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
• 1½ cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat)
• 1½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped (or frozen, thawed & squeezed dry)
• 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for softness)

Optional Toppings

• Sesame seeds
• Everything bagel seasoning
• Shredded mozzarella or cheddar
• Garlic flakes

 Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 190°C / 375°F
   Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. Blend cottage cheese
   Blend until smooth (this gives a tender dough).
3. Mix dry ingredients
   In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Add spinach & cheese
   Stir in blended cottage cheese, spinach, and olive oil until a soft dough forms.
5. Shape flagels
   Divide dough into 4 balls.
   Flatten into discs (about ½-inch thick).
   Poke a small hole in the center (flagels are flatter than bagels).
6. Top & bake
   Sprinkle toppings if using.
   Bake 18–22 minutes, until lightly golden.
7. Cool slightly & serve
   Rest 5 minutes before slicing.

 Pro Tips

• Squeeze spinach very dry to avoid sticky dough.
• For crisp edges, brush tops lightly with olive oil.
• Want extra protein? Add 1–2 tbsp grated Parmesan.

 Nutrition (Per Flagel – Approx.)

• Calories: ~170
• Protein: ~10 g
• Carbs: ~22 g
• Fat: ~4 g
• Nut-free

 Serving Ideas

•  Breakfast: Toasted with scrambled eggs or avocado
•  Lunch: Cream cheese, smoked salmon, cucumber
•  Snack: Hummus or labneh
•  Dinner: Use as mini pizza bases

 Q & A

Q: Can I make these gluten-free?
A: Yes. Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend with baking powder included.

Q: Can I air-fry instead of bake?
A: Yes! Air-fry at 180°C / 350°F for 10–12 minutes, flipping once.

Q: How do I store them?
A: Keep in an airtight container for 3 days or freeze up to 2 months.

Q: Can I use ricotta instead of cottage cheese?
A: Absolutely — texture will be slightly richer and softer.

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Sara Mitchell

Sara Mitchell is an expert restaurant content creator who writes easy-to-read guides about CAVA and other Mediterranean fast-casual chains in the United States. She covers locations, menus, prices, and hours, making it simple for visitors to find nearby restaurants and what to order quickly.

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