1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese, flour, baking powder, and salt using a fork. The dough will be crumbly at first.
3. Knead Dough: Using clean hands, knead the dough in the bowl until it forms a smooth and slightly tacky ball. Add an extra tablespoon of flour if the dough is too sticky.
4. Shape Bagels: Divide the dough into four equal parts. Roll each part into a ball, then into a rope. Connect the ends of the rope to form a bagel shape, gently stretching the center hole to about 2 inches in diameter.
5. Egg Wash and Topping: Brush each bagel with the beaten egg and sprinkle with Everything But The Bagel Seasoning or your preferred topping.
6. Bake: Place bagels on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-22 minutes, or until golden brown.
7. Cool: Remove from oven and let the bagels rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Air Fryer Instructions:

1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
2. Air Fry: Place bagels in the air fryer basket and cook for 13-14 minutes, or until golden brown.
3. Cool: Let the bagels rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.