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27g High Protein Cottage Cheese Flatbread Air Fryer - Quick, Tasty, and Satisfying

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time22 minutes
Servings: 2 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (240 g) low-fat cottage cheese (2% works best for texture; 4% for extra richness)
  • 1 large egg
  • 3/4 cup (75–90 g) oat flour (start with 75 g and add more if the batter is runny)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch or tapioca starch (for elasticity and chew)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional but tasty)
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus a little for brushing)
  • 2–3 tablespoons water or milk (as needed to thin the batter)
  • Cooking spray or parchment safe for air fryers

Instructions

  • Prep the air fryer. Preheat to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes. If your air fryer basket sticks, line it with perforated parchment or lightly spritz with oil.
  • Blend the base. Add cottage cheese and egg to a blender. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, 20–30 seconds. This step removes curds and improves texture.
  • Mix dry ingredients. In a bowl, whisk oat flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Combine wet and dry. Pour the cottage cheese mixture into the dry ingredients. Add olive oil. Stir until just combined. The batter should be thick but spreadable, like pancake batter.
  • Adjust consistency. Add 2–3 tablespoons water or milk, a little at a time, until the batter spreads easily but doesn’t run. If it’s too thin, add a tablespoon more oat flour.
  • Shape the flatbread. Spoon about half the batter onto the lined air fryer tray or basket. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to spread into an oval or circle about 1/4-inch thick. Keep edges slightly thicker to avoid over-browning.
  • Air fry the first side. Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 6–8 minutes until the top looks set and matte, with light browning around the edges.
  • Flip carefully. Slide a spatula under the flatbread and flip. If it sticks, cook 1–2 minutes more before trying again. Lightly brush the flipped side with olive oil for better color.
  • Finish cooking. Air fry 3–5 more minutes until golden with small brown spots and firm to the touch. Remove and repeat with remaining batter.
  • Rest and serve. Let it cool 3–5 minutes to set the structure. Use as a wrap, top like pizza, or cut into wedges for dipping.