Everything Bagel Cottage Cheese Bites (Printable)
Creamy cottage cheese bites featuring everything bagel seasoning for a protein-packed, savory snack.
# What You'll 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
# How-To Steps:
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 evenly distributed throughout the cheese mixture.
03 - Using slightly wet hands or a small cookie scoop, shape the mixture into 16 uniform bite-sized balls.
04 - Spread everything bagel seasoning on a plate. Roll each ball gently in the seasoning until evenly coated. Optionally, roll select bites in additional sesame or poppy seeds for variety.
05 - Arrange finished bites on a serving platter. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to firm texture before serving.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- These come together in literally ten minutes with zero cooking required
- Everything bagel seasoning makes anything taste like a treat from a Brooklyn bakery
02 -
- Slightly damp hands are the secret to rolling these without the cheese mixture sticking everywhere
- Letting them chill for at least fifteen minutes makes a huge difference in texture and flavor
03 -
- Double the batch because these disappear faster than you expect
- Look for everything bagel seasoning without added salt to keep these from becoming overwhelming