Description
This Fluffy Cottage Cheese Flatbread recipe delivers a soft, airy bread with a creamy tang from cottage cheese. Perfectly versatile for wraps, dips, or snacks, it combines simple wholesome ingredients to create a tender flatbread that’s easy to make and customizable with herbs, spices, or cheese additions.
Ingredients
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Basic Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend for gluten-free option)
- 1/2 cup well-drained cottage cheese
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/3 cup warm water
Optional Ingredients
- Herbs or spices (e.g., garlic powder, dried rosemary, parsley, thyme, oregano)
- Shredded mozzarella or parmesan cheese for cheesy variation
- Red pepper flakes or cumin seeds for a spicy twist
- Plant-based yogurt or tofu blend as vegan cottage cheese substitute
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Gather and measure all ingredients carefully. Make sure the cottage cheese is well-drained to avoid excess moisture which can make the dough too sticky.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the rising agent and seasoning.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the cottage cheese, olive oil, and warm water until smooth and creamy to provide moisture for the dough.
- Form the Dough: Gradually add the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir using a spoon or hands until a sticky dough forms. Add a little more flour or water if needed to reach a soft but not overly wet consistency.
- Knead and Rest: Lightly flour a clean surface and knead the dough gently for 3 to 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a kitchen towel and let rest for 15 to 20 minutes to relax the gluten and enhance fluffiness.
- Shape the Flatbreads: Divide the dough into equal portions and roll each into thin rounds about 1/4 inch thick. Adjust thickness as desired but keep even for consistent cooking.
- Cook the Flatbreads: Heat a non-stick skillet or cast-iron pan over medium heat. Cook each flatbread for 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden brown spots appear and the bread puffs slightly.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to help the dough combine easily and produce a softer texture.
- Don’t over-knead; knead just until smooth to keep flatbreads tender rather than tough.
- Add flour gradually during mixing to avoid drying out the dough.
- Maintain medium heat when cooking to prevent burning before the bread cooks through.
- Allow the dough to rest so the flatbread becomes airy and easier to roll.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Stovetop cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flatbread
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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