Crispy Cottage Cheese Pizza

Posted by: Authentic Flavors Made Easy

This Crispy Cottage Cheese Pizza features a golden, protein-packed cottage cheese crust topped with rich pizza sauce, gooey mozzarella, and your favorite toppings. It’s a delicious low-carb, high-protein alternative to traditional pizza that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
Total Time: 40–45 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

For the Cottage Cheese Crust

• 1½ cups (340 g) cottage cheese
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Toppings

• ½ cup (120 ml) pizza sauce
• 1½ cups (170 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
• ¼ cup sliced pepperoni (optional)
• ½ cup sliced mushrooms
• ¼ cup diced bell peppers
• ¼ cup sliced black olives
• ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion

Garnish

• Fresh basil leaves
• Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• Grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet or pizza pan with parchment paper.
2. Blend the cottage cheese in a food processor or blender until smooth.
3. In a large bowl, combine the blended cottage cheese, eggs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
4. Spread the mixture into a 10–12-inch circle on the prepared baking sheet, about ¼ inch thick.
5. Bake the crust for 20–22 minutes, or until golden brown and firm.
6. Remove the crust from the oven and carefully spread the pizza sauce over the top.
7. Sprinkle with the mozzarella cheese and add your desired toppings.
8. Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 5–8 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Let the pizza rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
10. Garnish with fresh basil, Parmesan cheese, and red pepper flakes, if desired.

Serving Suggestions

• Caesar salad
• Garlic roasted vegetables
• Fresh fruit salad
• Tomato soup
• Sparkling water with lemon

Tips

• Drain excess liquid from the cottage cheese for a crispier crust.
• For an even crispier base, broil the baked crust for 1–2 minutes before adding the toppings.
• Customize with cooked chicken, spinach, bacon, or fresh tomatoes.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for the best texture.