Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese and chopped fresh spinach. Mix well.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, garlic powder (if using), and salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the cottage cheese and spinach mixture, stirring until a cohesive dough forms.

Divide the dough into four portions, roll each into a ball, and shape into bagels with a hole in the center.

Beat the egg for an egg wash and brush it over the tops of each bagel.

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.