Everything Bagel Cottage Bites (Print Version)
Savory cottage cheese bites coated in everything bagel seasoning for a flavorful, protein-rich snack.
# 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
→ Optional Toppings
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 for texture variation.
02 - Fold in chopped chives and diced red onion. Mix until ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the cheese base.
03 - Using slightly wet hands or a small cookie scoop, portion the mixture into 16 uniform bite-sized balls.
04 - Spread everything bagel seasoning on a plate. Roll each ball gently in the seasoning to coat completely. Optionally, roll some bites in additional sesame or poppy seeds for variety.
05 - Arrange finished bites on a serving platter. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to achieve optimal texture.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- These come together in under ten minutes with zero cooking required
- The protein punch keeps you satisfied without the heaviness of processed snacks
02 -
- Wet hands prevent the mixture from sticking to your fingers like glue
- The chilling step is not optional unless you want soft blobs instead of bite-sized rounds
03 -
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform sizing instead of guessing with a spoon
- Wet your hands between every three or four bites to prevent sticky disasters