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Delicious & Easy Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels Recipe

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These Easy Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels are a delightful twist on traditional bagels, offering a chewy exterior and soft interior without the hassle of boiling. Packed with spinach and cottage cheese, they’re a nutritious and flavorful option for any meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water (around 105-115°F or 40-46°C)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour (or more as needed)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound fresh spinach (or 10 ounces frozen spinach)
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Optional: garlic powder or onion powder
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • Optional toppings: sesame seeds, poppy seeds, everything bagel seasoning, grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the warm water, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Once foamy, add the egg, salt, and about 2 cups of the all-purpose flour to the yeast mixture. Mix on low speed or with a wooden spoon until just combined.
  3. Gradually add the remaining flour, about half a cup at a time, until the dough comes together and starts to pull away from the sides of the bowl. The dough should be soft and slightly sticky.
  4. Knead the dough for 7-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Lightly grease a clean bowl, place the dough inside, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
  5. While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. Wash the fresh spinach and sauté it in a skillet with olive oil over medium heat until wilted, about 3-5 minutes. Alternatively, blanch it in boiling water for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Transfer the wilted spinach to a colander, cool slightly, and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. Finely chop the spinach.
  7. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped spinach, cottage cheese, a pinch of salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  8. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Divide it into 8-10 equal pieces.
  9. Roll each piece into a rectangle, about 6×8 inches. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the spinach cottage cheese filling onto the dough, leaving a small border.
  10. Roll the dough tightly from one of the longer sides into a log and pinch the seam closed. Flatten the log to about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick.
  11. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  12. Transfer the shaped flagels to the prepared baking sheets, cover loosely, and let rise for another 20-30 minutes.
  13. Whisk the remaining egg with a tablespoon of water for the egg wash. Brush the tops of the flagels with the egg wash and sprinkle with optional toppings if desired.
  14. Bake for 18-22 minutes until puffed up and golden brown. The internal temperature should be around 200-210°F (93-99°C).
  15. Remove from the oven and cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

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Keywords: Ensure to squeeze out all excess moisture from the spinach to prevent soggy filling. You can customize the filling with herbs or spices to suit your taste.

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