Everything Bagel Cottage Cheese (Printable)
Protein-packed bites combining creamy cottage cheese and flavorful everything bagel seasoning for a tasty snack.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Cheese Base
01 - 1 cup cottage cheese, small curd recommended
02 - 2 oz cream cheese, softened
→ Flavorings
03 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives
04 - 1 tbsp finely diced red onion
→ Coating
05 - 3 tbsp everything bagel seasoning
→ Optional Toppings
06 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
07 - 1 tbsp poppy seeds
# How-To Steps:
01 - Combine cottage cheese and softened cream cheese in a medium bowl. Mix thoroughly until mostly smooth, leaving a few curds for texture.
02 - Stir in chopped chives and diced red onion. Mix until ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the cheese mixture.
03 - Using slightly wet hands or a small cookie scoop, shape the mixture into 16 uniform bite-sized balls.
04 - Spread everything bagel seasoning on a plate. Gently roll each ball in the seasoning to coat completely. Optionally, roll some bites in additional sesame or poppy seeds for variety.
05 - Arrange bites on a serving platter. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to achieve optimal texture and flavor.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- They come together in under ten minutes and require zero cooking
- The perfect protein-packed snack that actually feels indulgent
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- Wet hands are your secret weapon for forming these without making a mess
- Letting them chill for at least 15 minutes makes all the difference in texture
03 -
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform bites that look professional
- If the mixture feels too soft, chill it for 10 minutes before rolling