Easy Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels Recipe
These Easy Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels are soft, flavorful, and nutritious flatbreads perfect for breakfast, snacks, or light meals. Made with cottage cheese and fresh spinach, they offer a protein-packed, wholesome option that’s quick to prepare and bake. Topped with olive oil and optional sesame seeds, these flagels are golden, slightly crispy outside, and tender inside.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 flagels 1x
- Category: Bread, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Jewish-inspired
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 egg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
Toppings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing)
- Sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Prepare wet ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, chopped fresh spinach, and egg. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is evenly blended.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder if you are using it to add extra flavor.
- Form dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir well until a sticky dough forms, ensuring all ingredients are incorporated without overmixing.
- Shape the flagels: Divide the dough evenly into 4 portions. Flatten each portion into a round disc and gently poke a hole in the center to create the traditional flagel shape.
- Prepare for baking: Place each flagel on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with olive oil for a golden finish and sprinkle sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning if desired for added texture and flavor.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until the flagels turn golden brown and are cooked through.
- Cool and serve: Allow the flagels to cool slightly before serving. They can be enjoyed warm or toasted, making them a delicious versatile treat.
Notes
- You can substitute all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier option.
- For a dairy-free version, use vegan cottage cheese alternatives and a flax egg instead of a regular egg.
- Adding garlic powder is optional but enhances the flavor.
- Flagels can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
- Feel free to add herbs like dill or parsley to the dough for extra taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flagel (approx. 90g)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 1.2 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
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