High-Protein, Low-Carb & Crispy!
Ingredients (makes about 2 flatbreads):
1 cup cottage cheese
1 cup almond flour
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
olive oil spray
Step 1: Preheat & Mix Batter
Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, blend cottage cheese, egg, minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Step 2: Add Dry Ingredients
Stir in almond flour and Parmesan cheese until a thick dough forms.
Step 3: Shape Flatbreads
Divide dough into 2 equal portions. Shape each into a thin round flatbread (about 6-7 inches) on parchment paper. Lightly spray tops with olive oil.
Step 4: Air Fry
Place one flatbread in the air fryer basket on parchment. Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp. Repeat with second flatbread.
Prep Time: 5 min | Cook Time: 15 min | Total: 20 min
Tips for Success:
Blend cottage cheese smooth for best texture. For extra crispiness, air fry 1-2 minutes longer. Store in fridge up to 4 days or freeze. Reheat in air fryer.
Garlic Herb Cottage Cheese Flatbread
1. Ingredient Deep-Dive & Substitutions
- Cottage Cheese: Use full-fat cottage cheese for a richer flavor and better moisture balance, but low-fat works if you want to lower the calories further.
- Almond Flour: Acts as the low-carb base. If you need a nut-free alternative, you can substitute it with sunflower seed flour or oat flour (note that oat flour will increase the carbohydrate count).
- Parmesan & Garlic: Freshly grated Parmesan and freshly minced garlic yield the best savory punch, but you can swap in 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder if you are short on time.
2. Flavor Variations to Try
Switch up the herbs and add-ins depending on how you plan to use your flatbread:
- Spicy Jalapeño Cheddar: Swap the Parmesan for sharp cheddar cheese and fold in 2 tablespoons of finely diced pickled jalapeños.
- Everything Bagel Style: Skip the oregano and basil, and instead top the shaped dough with 1 tablespoon of “Everything Bagel” seasoning before air frying.
- Sun-Dried Tomato & Basil: Mix 2 tablespoons of chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes directly into the dough.
3. Serving Suggestions & Meal Pairing Ideas
This high-protein flatbread is incredibly versatile. Enjoy it in any of the following ways:
- As a Sandwich Wrap: Fill it with sliced turkey, crisp greens, cucumber, and a dollop of Greek yogurt tzatziki.
- As a Personal Pizza: Top the baked flatbread with a spoonful of marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni, then pop it back into the air fryer for 2-3 minutes until melted.
- As a Dip Scoop: Cut it into triangles and serve alongside warm spinach artichoke dip or hummus.
