Everything Bagel Cottage Cheese Bites (Print version)
Savory, creamy bites flavored with everything bagel seasoning and fresh herbs. Ideal for easy, protein-rich snacking.
# What you 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
06 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
07 - 1 tbsp poppy seeds
# Directions:
01 - Combine cottage cheese and softened cream cheese in a medium bowl. Mix thoroughly until mostly smooth, leaving a few curds intact for texture.
02 - Stir in chopped chives and diced red onion. Mix until evenly distributed throughout the cheese mixture.
03 - Using slightly wet hands or a small cookie scoop, shape the mixture into 16 bite-sized balls.
04 - Spread everything bagel seasoning on a plate. Gently roll each ball in seasoning to coat completely. For variety, coat some bites with extra sesame or poppy seeds as desired.
05 - Arrange coated bites on a serving platter. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to achieve optimal texture.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- You get all the everything bagel satisfaction without the heavy bread crash that hits an hour later
- These come together in under ten minutes and actually keep you full between meals
02 -
- Damp hands are absolutely essential here, otherwise the cheese mixture sticks relentlessly and you will question every life choice
- These taste infinitely better after chilling, so resist the urge to eat them immediately even though they look amazing
03 -
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform bites that look professional and cook evenly
- Toast your extra sesame seeds in a dry pan for two minutes to bring out their natural oils