Easy Keto Cinnamon Raisin Cottage Cheese Bagel

These simple keto cottage cheese cinnamon raisin bagels are delicious chewy bagels made with simple ingredients and 13 grams of protein.

Traditional bagel carbs with cinnamon raisin

According to App Cronometer, one cinnamon raisin bagel by the Thomas brand has 55 grams of total carbohydrates and 280 calories! That amount of carbohydrates are eaten by one person in a day on the keto diet.

Our cottage cheese cinnamon raisin bagels are approved for just 81 calories with 7 g of net carbs with raisins or 2 g of net carbs without raisins!

High protein bagel

Most of the three iconic cottage cheese bagels we saw on the internet usually contain dry ingredients such as self-environment flour, all-purpose flour, and even gluten-free flour, but certainly using three simple ingredients to make high protein bagels, none of them are keto bagels.

I saw one influencer in Tiktok.

My goal with this keto bagel recipe was to get higher protein and create a chunky, low-carb bagel that matches the bagel shape I wanted, rather than the high fat that is typical of keto diet recipes, and also fit my Midlife Macro Method™ with medium fat.

I adapted this cinnamon raisin easy bagel recipe, the latest version of Keto Cottage Cheese Bagel, which has the texture of a regular bagel and has taken the internet by storm!

If you’re on a keto train or craving a goody with soft, warm cinnamon swirls, these homemade bagels will become your new best friend.

These easy Keto Cinnamon Raisin Cottage Cheese Bagels have a chewy yet soft, fun texture, packed with sweet little bursts of cozy cinnamon flavours and juicy raisins.

Full fat cottage cheese or low fat?

What really makes them unique is the use of cottage cheese, and it’s a creamy twist to keep them keto-friendly.

You can use full fat cottage cheese, but I’m working on a keto recipe with medium fat for the middle-aged macro method, so I chose 2% low fat cottage cheese, but I can’t even notice the difference.

If you have lactose intolerance, use the homemade 2% lactose-free cottage cheese recipe. Good Culture Brand and Green Valley Lactose Free Cottage Cheese are great brands.

Make this recipe great

Whether you’re craving a special breakfast or delicious snack, these bagels bring that comfortable, bakery fresh vibe without derailing your low-carb goals.

And trust me, working with cottage cheese in a bagel is a fun little kitchen adventure worth trying. Plus, there is no fat head dough or almond flour for this keto recipe!

Simple and keto-friendly.
This recipe uses cottage cheese as the main ingredient to create fluffy bagels that satisfy carbohydrate cravings but maintain keto-compliant. It’s an advantage for both parties for those who want to enjoy bagels without carbohydrate overloads.

Comfort with each bite.
The cinnamon and raisin combo is classic for a reason. It offers a warm, mildly sweet taste profile that feels like a gentle embrace. Additionally, a slight tang from the cottage cheese adds a little extra depth.

Easy and delicious.
Our homemade bagel dough is quick to come together without minimal ingredients or flashy techniques, making it perfect for busy mornings and easy weekend snacks. Even if you’re used to keto baking, it’s an attractive option.

Variations of recipes

Skip Raisins: Have fun with or without raisins to match your personal macros. If you’re not a fan of raisins, leave them out or replace them with chopped nuts like pecans and walnuts and add crunches.

Add more spices: Try adding a pinch of ground nutmeg or cloves to the dough to get a cozy twist on the cinnamon flavor profile.

Sweet it: For a little more sweetness without carbs, throw keto-friendly sweeteners like vanilla stevia sweeteners.

Delicious Version: If you’re not in a sweet mood, omit the cinnamon and raisins and add grated cheese for the delicious bagel, along with herbs like rosemary and thyme.

Freezing and storing leftovers

frozen:
For longer storage, once fully cool, wrap the bagels individually in plastic wrap or place in a frozen bag. Freeze for up to 2 months. When ready, thaw at room temperature or toast directly from the freezer.

storage:
Store bagels in airtight containers or renewable bags at room temperature for 1-2 days. For longer freshness, place them in the fridge for up to a week. But be aware that they may lose some softness.

Can I exchange cottage cheese?

If you don’t have cottage cheese on hand, you can exchange it for ricotta, but it will increase calories, carbohydrates and fats significantly.

For best results, we do not recommend swapping cottage cheese with cream cheese. This is because it’s not fluffy bagels, but rather heavy and rich.

You can exchange it for Greek Greek yogurt to make Greek yogurt bagels. Nutritional information is pretty close to what I’ve listed below on a printable recipe card.

Can I form bagel dough with a thick rope and place it in a sheet pan with a parchment lined?

Whipped cottage cheese and all ingredients are added to the food processor as they are not sticky dough. Dough fragments form a shape, but they are not moldable, are still easy to pour, and require a standard silicon sized donut bread.

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