200g (about 1 cup) cottage cheese (adjust flour as needed depending on moisture)
1 large egg
60g (about 1/2 cup) hard cheese (cheddar, gouda, etc.), grated
Your favorite spices, green onions, dill, or other herbs (to taste)
30g (about 1/4 cup) rice flour (adjust as needed)
Sesame or other seeds for sprinkling
Directions:
1. Prepare the Mixture:
In a bowl, mix 200g cottage cheese with 1 egg until well combined.
Add 60g of grated hard cheese.
Incorporate your favorite spices, herbs, chopped green onions, or dill.
2. Add the Flour:
Gradually add 30g of rice flour, mixing well after each addition. Adjust based on the moisture content of the cottage cheese—if the mixture is too wet, add a bit more flour, but don’t make it too dry. The consistency should be slightly moist and curd-like.
3. Form the Bagels:
Divide the mixture into 9 equal portions.
Shape each portion into a bagel or your desired form, and place them on a baking sheet. The dough will be sticky, so handle it gently.
4. Bake the Bagels:
Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F).
Sprinkle sesame or other seeds on top of each bagel for added texture and flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the bagels turn golden brown.
5. Serve and Enjoy:
Let the bagels cool slightly before serving. They can be enjoyed warm or cooled.