Fluffy Cottage Cheese Flatbread (Printer-friendly)

Tender, golden flatbreads with cottage cheese, garlic, and fresh herbs cook up quickly for versatile meals.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
02 - 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 0.25 teaspoon fine salt
04 - 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 0.5 cup full-fat cottage cheese, well drained
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus extra for cooking
08 - 1 teaspoon fresh chopped herbs such as parsley or chives (optional)
09 - 1 to 2 tablespoons water, if needed for dough consistency

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder until evenly combined.
02 - In a separate bowl, combine drained cottage cheese, egg, olive oil, and chopped herbs. Use a fork or small whisk to break up curds until the mixture is relatively smooth.
03 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula until a shaggy dough forms. If the dough feels too dry or crumbly, add water 1 teaspoon at a time until it comes together into a soft, slightly sticky ball.
04 - Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Fold and press the dough 6 to 8 times, just enough to bring it into a cohesive ball. Do not over-knead.
05 - Cover the dough ball with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
06 - After resting, divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each into a smooth ball. Using a rolling pin or your hands, flatten each ball into a round flatbread approximately 0.25 inch thick, dusting lightly with flour as needed.
07 - Warm a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat and brush lightly with olive oil.
08 - Place one rolled flatbread in the hot skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until bubbles form and the underside is golden brown. Flip and cook another 1 to 2 minutes until golden and cooked through. Adjust heat as needed.
09 - Transfer cooked flatbread to a plate and cover with a clean towel to keep warm and soft. Repeat with remaining dough, adding more oil if necessary.
10 - Serve warm as a wrap, with dips, or as a pizza base with your favorite toppings.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High in protein thanks to the addition of cottage cheese and egg.
  • Extremely versatile and can be used for wraps, dips, or as a homemade pizza base.
  • Quick to prepare with a total time of just 45 minutes, including rest time.
  • Requires simple pantry staples and minimal equipment like a basic skillet.
02 -
  • Ensure the cottage cheese is well drained to prevent the dough from becoming too sticky to handle.
  • Avoid over-kneading; 6–8 folds is the perfect amount to bring the dough together without making it tough.
  • Use a cast-iron skillet if available for the best heat distribution and golden-brown bubbling.
  • Check allergen information: this recipe contains wheat (gluten), eggs, and dairy.
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