Can I make keto cottage cheese bagels in the air fryer?

Yes, and they turn out really well! Cook them in the air fryer at 350 degrees F for about 12 to 15 minutes. Just make sure not to overcrowd the basket. I have a full step-by-step guide for air fryer keto cottage cheese bagels if you want all the details.

Are these bagels really gluten-free?

If you use almond flour to make the keto self-rising flour blend, then yes - these are naturally gluten-free. Just double-check your baking powder label, since some brands contain small amounts of gluten. For everything you need to know, my gluten free cottage cheese bagels post covers it in full.

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

I haven't had great results making it more than a few hours ahead. The almond flour absorbs moisture over time and the dough gets a little too soft. My advice - mix the dough fresh and bake right away. It only takes about 5 minutes to pull together, so it's not much extra work.

How many carbs are in keto cottage cheese bagels?

Each serving (one bagel) has about 5 net carbs when made with the almond flour blend. That's a huge difference from a standard bakery bagel, which can run anywhere from 45 to 60 grams of carbs. So yes, these are a real keto bread alternative.

Keto Cottage Cheese Bagels (Only 3 Ingredients!)

Name: Keto Cottage Cheese Bagels (Only 3 Ingredients!)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat works best for a richer dough); 1 cup keto self-rising flour (store-bought or homemade); 1 egg (for the egg wash); Everything bagel seasoning, to taste

Description

Honestly, I never thought I'd say this, but these keto cottage cheese bagels turned out better than anything I've bought at the bakery. Three ingredients, thirty minutes, and you've got a chewy, golden bagel with only 5 net carbs each.

Ingredients

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1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat works best for a richer dough)
1 cup keto self-rising flour (store-bought or homemade)
1 egg (for the egg wash)
Everything bagel seasoning, to taste

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Place the cottage cheese in a food processor or blender and blend until completely smooth.
Transfer the smooth cottage cheese to a large mixing bowl. Add the keto self-rising flour and stir until a dough forms. Use your hands to bring it fully together.
Divide the dough into 3 equal balls. Roll each one out and shape into a circle with a hole in the middle.
Whisk the egg in a small bowl. Brush the egg wash over the tops of each bagel. Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning generously on top.
Place the bagels on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until golden brown on top.
Let the bagels cool for at least 5 to 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Use full-fat cottage cheese — the lower-fat versions make the dough wetter and harder to shape. Don't skip the blending step; smooth cottage cheese gives you a much better dough texture. Weigh your flour if you can, especially almond flour, since packing changes the consistency. Try different toppings like sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or garlic powder. Store at room temperature for up to 1 day, in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze sliced in a zip-lock bag for up to 2 months. Reheat in the toaster or oven at 350°F for about 5 minutes.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bagel
Calories: 310
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 380mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 9g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 19g
Cholesterol: 65mg