1️⃣ Preheat the Oven
Set the oven to 375°F (190°C) and position the rack at the top.
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Blend the Cottage Cheese
Place cottage cheese in a food processor or blender.
Blend on high until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
3️⃣ Make the Dough
Transfer blended cottage cheese to a medium bowl.
Add self-rising flour and mix until the dough starts pulling away from the bowl.
Move the dough to a floured work surface and knead 8-10 times until smooth.
If the dough is sticky, sprinkle in more flour as needed.
4️⃣ Shape & Add Toppings
Roll the dough into a ball and divide it into 4 equal pieces (~80g each for precision).
Roll each piece into a 6-7 inch rope, about 1-inch thick.
Join the ends to form a bagel shape, pinching the seam to seal.
Brush tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with your favorite seasoning.
5️⃣ Bake the Bagels
Place bagels on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
Let cool for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
