This easy Cottage Cheese Flatbread has just 2 ingredients, takes 35 minutes, and is so customizable. You’ll love it as a high-protein, low-carb base for wraps, sandwiches, or pizza.
Cottage cheese is so versatile. From sweet to savory, it’s a cheap and delicious way to eat more protein. I love it for simple recipes like cottage cheese queso, cottage cheese pizza crust, cottage cheese pancakes, and this flatbread.
Ingredients you’ll need
You’ll need just 2 ingredients: cottage cheese and 2 large eggs. Here are all details and substitutes, you can find precise quantities in the recipe card at the bottom.
- Cottage cheese – Full fat cottage cheese (4%) gives a richer taste and a better texture. Nonfat, 2% fat and lactose-free options will all work. If you’re not a fan, use ricotta instead.
- Eggs – Two whole eggs act as binder. One egg + one egg white will work, but only egg whites won’t. Your flatbread may get dry and rubbery.
- Seasonings of choice – Cottage cheese is high in sodium, so go easy on salt. For more flavor, blend in onion powder, garlic powder, Everything But The Bagel seasoning, Italian seasonings, or cayenne pepper.
How to make cottage cheese flatbread
Step 1 – Prep equipment. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a quarter sheet baking pan or a 9 x 13 baking sheet with parchment paper. Grease the parchment paper or baking sheet with oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Step 2 – Drain cottage cheese. Drain any excess liquid on top of the cottage cheese.
Step 3 – Blend. Add cottage cheese, eggs and seasonings of choice to a blender and process until smooth.
Step 4 – Bake. Pour the cottage cheese mixture into the prepared baking sheet and spread it out evenly. Bake in hot oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the edges start to brown. Baking times may vary based on the thickness of your flatbread and oven used.
Step 5 – Let cool. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving, or refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Watch the video recipe!
Serving ideas
- Chicken pesto – Spread some Italian pesto over the surface. Serve with sliced mozzarella, and chicken breast for more protein.
- Tuna avocado – Top with tuna, creamy avocado, and sliced tomatoes. Then drizzle with healthy mayonnaise and sriracha for spiciness.
- Ham sandwich – Fill with ham, sliced cheese, fresh lettuce and sliced tomatoes. Matteo’s tip: add some avocado!
- Caprese flatbread – Serve with slices of mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Veggie sandwich – Spread the wrap with cottage cheese dip, hummus, or Greek yogurt ranch dressing. Enjoy with roasted veggies on top (I love mushrooms).
Cottage cheese flatbread pizza
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place your flatbread on a parchment-lined baking sheet. It must be already baked.
- Spread a few tablespoons of pizza sauce over the top, leaving a slight border around the edges.
- Sprinkle a handful of shredded mozzarella and your favorite toppings. Turkey pepperoni, sautéed mushrooms and shredded chicken are my favorite.
- Pop into the oven and bake for about 8-10 minutes. It’s ready when the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
How to store and freeze
Before storing, allow any leftover to cool completely to room temperature. Once cool, place in an airtight container, or wrap in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
To freeze, wrap it in plastic wrap and then place in a zipper bag. Freeze cottage cheese flatbread for up to 1 month.
When ready to eat, thaw it completely in the refrigerator first. Then, reheat in hot oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes, or air fry for a few minutes until crisp. If you’re short on time, microwave it for about 30 seconds (warning, it may get soggy).
Why you will love this recipe
- Quick and easy – You only need 2 ingredients and a blender. Bake it, or cook it in the air fryer to speed things up.
- Healthy and macro-friendly – This keto flatbread is high protein, low carb, gluten-free and low calorie. So, it’s perfect if you’re trying to build muscle or lose weight.
- Satisfying and tasty – It’s crunchy and so delicious that you won’t guess it’s made with cottage cheese.
- Versatile and customizable – From seasonings to toppings, adjust it to your cravings.
- Meal prep friendly – Bake a larger batch to have protein wraps for the week. I love it as base for a healthy sandwich.
Nutritional values and calories
Here are the approximated nutritional values for one flatbread. Keep in mind that your macros can change based on fat percentages and toppings.
| Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|
| 336 kcal | 39.2 g | 6.8 g | 16.7 g |
Frequently asked questions
Can I air fry cottage cheese flatbread?
Of course! Preheat your air fryer to 325°F (160°C) and line the basket with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Blend your cottage cheese, eggs, and seasonings until smooth. Then, pour the mixture onto the parchment, spreading it evenly. Air fry for about 15-18 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the center is firm.
Can I skip the eggs?
Yes, but the result is not the same. For a vegan option, use dairy-free cottage cheese and swap eggs for 2 flaxseed eggs.
Can I make cottage cheese flatbread with egg whites?
1 egg + 1 egg white works, but just egg whites won’t. Your flatbread may get dry and rubbery.
Can I use Greek yogurt or quark?
I haven’t tried it personally, and I cannot guarantee it works. But I’ve seen some TikTokers doing so. Choose full fat Greek yogurt, drain any liquid on top, and add more salt.
Why is my flatbread soggy?
Excess moisture is the reason.
Drain any liquid from the cheese before blending, and use whole milk (4%) or 2% fat. Bake or air fry it long enough until the center is firm and the edges are golden. And go easy on watery toppings like fresh tomatoes or too much sauce!
More easy recipes with cottage cheese
- 1 ingredient cottage cheese chips
- Cottage cheese pizza crust
- Cottage cheese dip
- Quick cottage cheese bread
- Cottage cheese Alfredo pasta
- Cottage cheese pasta sauce
- Cottage cheese brownies
- Cottage cheese pancakes
Cottage Cheese Flatbread
Ingredients
- 1 cup (230 g) cottage cheese full fat (4%) recommended
- 2 large eggs or 1 egg + 1 egg white
- seasonings of choice optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a quarter sheet baking pan or a 9 x 13 baking sheet with parchment paper. Grease the parchment paper or baking sheet with oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Drain any excess liquid on top of the cottage cheese.
- Add cottage cheese, eggs and seasonings of choice to a blender and process until smooth.
- Pour the cottage cheese mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake in hot oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the edges start to brown. Baking times may vary based on the thickness of your flatbread and oven used.
- Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving, or refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Notes
- To store: Store in an airtight container or wrap tightly in plastic wrap/aluminum foil for up to 3 days.
- To freeze: Wrap in plastic wrap, place in a freezer bag, and freeze for up to 1 month.
- To reheat: Let it defrost in the fridge overnight before reheating. Warm in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes, air fry for a few minutes until crisp, or microwave for 30 seconds (oven is best for texture).
Nutrition
Per serving, estimated automatically, not a substitute for professional dietary advice.
Matteo
Worked like a charm with 200g cottage cheese, 1 XL egg, 1 egg white, and some spices! I had heared that 2 eggs gives the flatbread a bit of an eggy taste, but the flavor was perfectly neutral with the egg-egg white combination. I used the flatbread as a roti/naan substitute and then the next day for a breakfast wrap.
Hey dear Puja,
thanks a LOT for your kind feedback. I am incredibly happy to hear that your cottage cheese flatbread turned out good. Great idea using it as a low carb substitute for naan. I love it!
Have a great day,
Matteo
Hi Matteo, when do you add the toppings to the bread? I’d like them to bake as well but the 40 mins. would be too long.
Hey dear Pauline,
thanks a lot for your comment. Good question! You can take the cottage cheese bread out of the oven after 30 minutes, add the toppings, and put back in the oven for additional 10 minutes until it is baked through. The perfect way to make cottage cheese flatbread pizza.
I wish you a great day,
Matteo
Just made. I’m gluten free so I was excited for this. Turned out great Thank you.
Hey dear Maureen!
Thanks a lot for your comment, I am so glad you liked my gluten-free cottage cheese flatbread recipe 😉
Have a great day,
Matteo
Can you use cream cheese instead if cottage cheese?
Hey dear Evie,
thanks a lot for your question. I haven’t tried it with cream cheese and I am not fully sure the it works. I highly doubt that it works, however..The texture is different.
Let me know if you try it!
Have a great Sunday,
Matteo
I’m making it right now– it’s in the oven. Looking forward to trying, thank you
Hey dear Mims,
thanks a lot for your comment!! I’m so happy you find this recipe helpful 😉 I hope you liked it!
Have a great day,
Matteo
Do you think dry curds would work as well?
Hey dear Wendy,
I haven’t tried it personally yet, but I think that dry curds cottage cheese may work. The only thing is that your flatbread may turn out slightly drier.
Let me know, in case you try it!
Have a great day,
Matteo
If I make 1/2 of the recipe do you think it will turn out as well?
Hey dear Karilyn,
yes indeed it works! Just divide all quantities by two. So use one egg and 1/2 cup cottage cheese 😉
Kind regards,
Matteo
How long will they keep after making?
Hey dear Jeanette,
this cottage cheese bread will last for up to 3 days, if you store it in an airtight food container in the fridge.
Kind regards,
Matteo
Hi Matteo! Which size baking sheet do you recommend?
Hey dear Krista,
thanks a lot for your question ;). I will add this (important) information to the recipe card. I used a 9 x 13 baking sheet and it worked great. As long as the baking sheet is wide enough to hold the cottage cheese mixture, it should be fine.
I hope you find my answer as helpful.
Have a great day,
Matteo
I’m sorry to be a dip, but when you say grease the baking sheet, is that before or after you put parchment paper down.
Hey dear Elinor,
thanks a lot for your comment. You need to grease the parchment paper very well, that is to say the surface over which you pour the cottage cheese egg mixture to be baked.
I hope I could help you!
Kind regards,
Matteo
Why do you use parchment paper AND grease the baking sheet both? Do you grease the sheet and put parchment paper on top of that???
Hey,
thanks for your comment. I understand that the directions were a bit confusing and therefore I have updated the post. You should grease either the parchment paper or the baking sheet very well, depending on where you bake your cottage cheese flatbread. If the baking sheet is well covered with parchment paper, then greasing just parchment paper should be more than enough.
Have a great day,
Matteo
Waoo !!! Is a good idea because as you said that flat bread is of low of carbs that is I want it ! Thank you my dear Matteo ?
Good morning my dear Liza,
what a pleasure reading your comment. I am incredibly happy to hear this from you. This TikTok viral flatbread is not only packed with protein, but also low in carbs. As you said, the best of all worlds, because it’s also so tasty. You’ll love it for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or as a snack. It also makes a great post workout meal after the gym 😉
All the best,
Matteo
Could you
Use ricotta in place of cottage cheese?
Hey dear Tania,
yes, you can replace cottage cheese with full fat ricotta. Just one thing to keep in mind, remember to drain any excess liquid that may have formed on top of the ricotta cheese before mixing it with eggs 😉
I hope you will like your viral flatbread with ricotta!
Have a great day,
Matteo
Thank you so much Matt!! I saw this on TikTok but they were never clear about the temp and time for cooking. I can’t wait to try this cottage cheese flat bread. I love that is only protein and no carbs. As I’m on diet and trying to lose weight for the summer, this is a great recipe to incorporate to my everyday breakfast. I might also bring it as a snack after my gym workout sessions?.
Hey my dear Ella,
thanks a lot for your kind feedback. I am glad to hear that our cottage cheese flatbread recipe was valuable for you. Same here, we decided to test out the recipe very well to answer all the question that on TikTok videos were unclear. Air fryer? It did not work. Microwave? It did not work. Without eggs? Well, it worked but…not the same taste.
As you said, this flatbread is absolutely perfect for high protein breakfasts that are low in carbs and calories, and so satisfying at the same time. Quick tip, today we tried it with avocado and fried egg. So good, it will keep you full until lunchtime 😉
Have a great day and good luck with your weight loss journey!
Matteo
How do you store this?
Hey dear Chriatie,
You can find all complete storage information in the blog post up here, with all the tips and details.
Have a great day,
Matteo
An excellent option for my dinner time of cottage chesse flatbread and egg. Thanks Matt.
Hey Constantino,
thanks a lot for your feedback! I completely agree with you, 100%. This cottage cheese flatbread recipe is the perfect low carb bread for healthy dinners & packed lunches on the go. Blend cheese with eggs, bake and you’ll be ready to fill your protein bread with all the good things.
Have a great day,
Matteo