High-Protein Chocolate Chip Bagels

Ever wish bagels were just a little more nutritious—and a lot easier to make? These Chocolate Chip Bagels are chewy, satisfying, and naturally high in protein thanks to a surprising combo: Original ChiChi and cottage cheese. There’s no yeast, no flour, and no kneading required. Just a handful of wholesome ingredients (including chickpeas!) for a quick, high-protein breakfast or snack that tastes way more indulgent than it is.

Ingredients

• 1 cup Original ChiChi
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ½ cup cottage cheese, drained
• 2–3 tbsp mini chocolate chips
• 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)

Instructions

1. Drain cottage cheese: Use a fine strainer or cheesecloth to remove excess moisture (just takes 30 seconds).
2. Mix dough: In a bowl, combine ChiChi, baking powder, and drained cottage cheese. Stir until a soft dough forms.
3. Fold in chocolate chips.
4. Shape into 3 bagels (wet hands if sticky).
5. Brush tops with beaten egg for shine.
6. Bake or Air Fry. Oven: 350°F / 180°C for 18–22 min. Air Fryer: 320°F / 160°C for 10–12 min, until golden

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