Description
Cottage cheese flatbread is crispy, creamy, and ready in 20 minutes! This easy recipe uses store-bought pizza dough and a protein-packed cheese mixture for the ultimate appetizer or light meal.
Ingredients
For the Flatbread:
- 1 prepared pizza dough (about 12–14 ounces)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Fresh basil leaves
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Red pepper flakes
- Drizzle of balsamic glaze
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). Yes, we’re going HOT! This high temperature is what gives you that perfectly crispy, golden crust. If you’re using a pizza stone, pop it in the oven now to heat up.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a thin, flat circle or rectangle. Don’t stress about making it perfect—rustic is beautiful! Aim for about ¼-inch thickness. The thinner you roll it, the crispier your flatbread will be.
Transfer the dough to a baking sheet or your preheated pizza stone. Brush the top lightly with olive oil using a pastry brush. This creates a delicious barrier and adds flavor!
In a bowl, mix cottage cheese, shredded mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined. It should look creamy and cohesive. Give it a taste—this is your chance to adjust the seasonings!
Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a small border (about ½ inch) around the edges. This border will puff up and create a nice crust. Use the back of a spoon or an offset spatula to spread it smoothly.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly with those gorgeous golden spots. Keep an eye on it—every oven is different!
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Add any optional toppings such as fresh basil, cherry tomatoes, or red pepper flakes. Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- Dough brands matter: I’ve had great success with Trader Joe’s pizza dough and Whole Foods’ fresh dough. They’re consistently reliable!
- Cottage cheese texture: Small curd cottage cheese blends more smoothly, but large curd works too—it just adds more texture.
- Watch the edges: If your crust is browning too quickly, tent the edges with foil for the last few minutes of baking.
- Fresh vs. dried herbs: Fresh herbs should be added AFTER baking. Dried herbs go into the cheese mixture before baking.
- Serving temperature: This is best served warm or at room temperature. It’s
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American