High Protein Bagel Bites
These are what happens when a cinnamon roll and a pancake have a baby—fluffy, warmly spiced, and finished with the kind of icing drizzle that makes your morning feel like a treat. No separating wet and dry, no ten-bowl situation. Just stir, swirl, and bake.
Perfect for Sunday baking or weekday meal prep. Kids love them, but you’ll want to keep a stash for yourself.
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Recipe Tips
Use a serrated knife on the bagels: Makes slicing them in half way easier without tearing.
Blend the cottage cheese until smooth: Unless you love texture—either way works.
Don’t overload with sauce: Keep it light so it doesn’t get soggy.
Air fryer = crispy edges: If you want that toasted crunch, it’s your best bet.
Let them rest for 2 minutes after cooking: Keeps little mouths from burning and helps the cheese set.
Ingredient Swaps: No cottage cheese ? Use Greek yogurt or ricotta instead. No mozzarella ? Any shredded cheese works, like Colby jack or cheddar. Gluten-free ? Use gluten-free mini bagels (Against the Grain is great). Vegan ? Sub with dairy-free cottage cheese and plant-based mozzarella. Add protein ? Top with turkey pepperoni or chopped chicken sausage.
Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Reheat: Air fry at 325°F for 3–4 minutes or microwave for 20–30 seconds.
Best fresh but still solid the next day—especially for meal prepped snack boxes or bento-style lunches.
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High Protein Bagel Bites
Ingredients
- 4 mini bagels halves
- ½ cup marinara sauce
- ¼ cup cottage cheese blended
- ¾ cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- Your favorite toppings
Instructions
- Preheat oven or air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread blended cottage cheese on each bagel half, followed by marinara sauce.
- Add shredded mozzarella and your favorite toppings.
- Bake or air fry for 6-8 minutes until bubbly.
