Easy Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels – Healthy & Delicious!
Discover the delightful combination of creamy cottage cheese and vibrant spinach in these Easy Spinach Cottage Cheese Flagels. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or brunch, they are nutritious and simple to make!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- Fresh spinach (or frozen spinach, thawed and drained)
- Full-fat cottage cheese (or low-fat, non-fat, or vegan cottage cheese)
- All-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour or gluten-free blend)
- 2 eggs (or flax eggs or commercial egg replacer for vegan option)
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Optional herbs (like dill or chives)
Instructions
- Prep the Spinach: If using fresh spinach, rinse it well and chop it finely. Sauté it in a pan over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes until wilted. If using frozen spinach, make sure it’s completely thawed and drained.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, sautéed spinach, and two eggs. Stir until well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder to the mixture. Stir until a dough forms. It should be slightly sticky but manageable. If it’s too sticky, add a little more flour.
- Shape the Flagels: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Dust your hands with flour and take a portion of the dough to shape it into a bagel-like form. Make a hole in the center to create the flagel shape.
- Bake: Place the formed flagels on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown. The flagels should be firm to the touch and slightly crispy on the outside.
- Cool and Serve: Once baked, let them cool for a few minutes on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature. They’re perfect on their own or with your favorite spreads!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flagel
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: Feel free to add other ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes, feta cheese, or olives for different flavor profiles. These flagels pair wonderfully with hummus, tzatziki, or even a simple olive oil dip.