Cottage Cheese Flatbread Recipe
This Cottage Cheese Flatbread Recipe is soft, golden, and packed with protein. Made with cottage cheese, flour, egg, and olive oil, these skillet flatbreads are tender inside with lightly crisp edges.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons.
- Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- Clean work surface for kneading
- Rolling Pin
- Non-stick skillet or cast-iron pan
- Kitchen towel
Ingredients
- 1 cup (240g) full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1–2 tablespoons milk if needed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder optional
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs (parsley, chives, or dill) optional
- ½ teaspoon black pepper optional
Instructions
Step 1: Blend the Creamy Base
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, egg, and olive oil until mostly smooth. A few small curds are perfectly fine and will melt into the dough as it cooks.
Step 2: Combine the Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, stir together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and any optional garlic powder, herbs, or black pepper so everything is evenly combined.
Step 3: Form the Dough
- Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until a shaggy dough forms. If the dough feels too dry, add 1–2 tablespoons milk until soft but not sticky.
Step 4: Knead Gently
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for about 2–3 minutes, just until smooth and supple. Avoid overworking to keep the flatbread tender.
Step 5: Rest the Dough
- Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for 10–15 minutes. This short rest hydrates the flour and makes rolling much easier.
Step 6: Divide and Roll
- Divide the dough into 6 equal portions and roll each into a ball. Flatten and roll into circles about ¼-inch thick, keeping edges rustic and natural.
Step 7: Cook to Golden Perfection
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook each flatbread for 2–3 minutes until bubbles form and golden spots appear, then flip and cook another 1–2 minutes.
Step 8: Keep Them Soft
- Transfer cooked flatbreads to a plate and cover with a clean towel to trap steam. This keeps them soft and pliable while you finish cooking the rest.
Notes
- Do not over-knead the dough to maintain tenderness.
- Cook over medium heat to prevent burning before the inside cooks.
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for best flavor and texture.
- Store in an airtight container up to 4 days or freeze up to 2 months.
- Reheat in a skillet for best texture or microwave briefly wrapped in a damp towel.
- Serve as wraps, pizza bases, or with hummus, eggs, or grilled vegetables.