High-Protein Cottage Cheese Flatbread (Keto & Gluten-Free)
Discover this revolutionary high-protein, low-carb flatbread made almost entirely from cottage cheese! It’s incredibly versatile, perfect as a wrap, pizza crust, or a delicious base for sandwiches.
Yields: 1 large flatbread (approx. 8×10 inches), or 2 smaller flatbreads Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 40-45 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (225g) full-fat cottage cheese (recommended for best texture, but low-fat works too)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
- Optional: Sesame seeds or “Everything Bagel” seasoning for topping
Equipment:
- Blender or food processor
- Large baking sheet (approx. 13×18 inches)
- Parchment paper
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven & Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Ensure the parchment paper lies flat.
- Blend Ingredients: Add the cottage cheese, eggs, onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper into a blender or food processor. Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, with no cottage cheese lumps remaining. This may take 1-2 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Pour & Spread: Pour the smooth batter onto the center of the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet. Using the back of a spoon or a small offset spatula, gently spread the batter into an even, thin rectangle or oval, approximately 8×10 inches. Try to keep the thickness consistent for even baking.
- Optional Topping: If desired, sprinkle sesame seeds or “Everything Bagel” seasoning evenly over the top of the flatbread before baking.
- Bake: Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the flatbread is golden brown around the edges, firm to the touch, and cooked through. The cooking time may vary slightly depending on the thickness of your flatbread and your oven.
- Cool & Remove: Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven. Let the flatbread cool on the baking sheet for at least 10 minutes before gently peeling it off the parchment paper. This step is crucial, as it firms up as it cools.
- Serve: Once cooled, you can slice the flatbread into desired portions.
Serving Suggestions:
- Wraps: Fill with deli meat, cheese, lettuce, and your favorite low-carb dressing.
- Pizza Crust: Top with Rao’s marinara sauce, mozzarella, and your favorite keto-friendly pizza toppings, then broil briefly until cheese is bubbly.
- Sandwich Bread: Cut into squares and use as a bread substitute for open-faced sandwiches.
- Side Dish: Serve alongside your favorite stews, chili, or salads.
Storage: Store leftover flatbread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. It can be reheated in a toaster oven or microwave.
Recipe Analysis & Dietary Classification
This recipe is a game-changer for anyone on a low-carb or keto journey!
- High Protein: Yes, this recipe is very high in protein. Cottage cheese and eggs are both excellent sources of complete protein, making this flatbread incredibly satisfying and ideal for muscle support and satiety.
- Low-Carb: Yes, this recipe is very low-carb. It contains virtually no traditional flour or added sugars, relying primarily on the protein and fats from cottage cheese and eggs.
- Keto: Yes, this recipe is keto-friendly.
- Cottage Cheese & Eggs: Staples of a keto diet, providing protein and fat with minimal carbs. Using full-fat cottage cheese is ideal for keto.
- Seasonings: All are keto-friendly.