Optional toppings: Fresh basil, Red pepper flakes, Hot honey drizzle
Instructions
Start by preheating your oven to 400 degrees. Slice your bagels in half and place them on a baking sheet.
Blend the cottage cheese until smooth if you want that creamy, spreadable texture. You can skip this step if you like a more textured bite.
Spread about 1 to 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce on each bagel half. Add a generous spoonful of cottage cheese, about 2 to 3 tablespoons per half, then top with shredded mozzarella, about 2 tablespoons each. Finish with your toppings and a sprinkle of garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are crisp. Let them cool for a minute, then add fresh basil or a drizzle of hot honey if you are feeling fancy.