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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring it extends beyond the edges for easy handling. Lightly grease the parchment paper with 1 tsp olive oil to prevent sticking, creating the perfect foundation for your Viral Cottage Cheese Flatbread: High Protein & Easy.
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In a blender or food processor, combine 1 1/2 cups 2% low-fat cottage cheese, 1 large egg, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp onion powder, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain for a uniform flatbread texture.
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Pour the blended cottage cheese mixture onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet. Use an offset spatula or the back of a spoon to spread it evenly into a thin, rectangular shape, approximately 8x10 inches. This forms the sturdy, high-protein base of your Viral Cottage Cheese Flatbread.
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Bake the cottage cheese base in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until it's firm, lightly golden brown around the edges, and cooked through. The base should be easy to peel from the parchment paper once baked, ready for its delicious toppings.
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Carefully remove the baked flatbread base from the oven. Evenly sprinkle 1/2 cup fresh mozzarella and 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes over the top. Return to the oven for another 3-5 minutes, or until the mozzarella is melted and bubbly.
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Transfer the Viral Cottage Cheese Flatbread: High Protein & Easy to a cutting board. Drizzle with 1 tbsp balsamic glaze and garnish with 1/4 cup fresh basil. For a kick, sprinkle with 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional). Slice and serve immediately.