If you love pizza but want a lighter, protein-packed option, this Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl is the perfect solution. It combines creamy cottage cheese with classic pizza ingredients and bakes into a warm, cheesy bowl of comfort. It’s quick, customizable, and perfect for busy days when you need something satisfying in minutes.
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Notes on Ingredients
Cottage Cheese: Use 2% or low-fat for creaminess and extra protein. You can also use full-fat cottage cheese for a richer taste.
Pizza Sauce: Choose a low-sugar marinara or pizza sauce to keep it healthier. Homemade pizza sauce works great too.
Cheese: Shredded mozzarella melts best, but you can mix in a little cheddar or provolone for extra flavor.
Pepperoni: Turkey or chicken pepperoni can be used as a lighter alternative. You can also add other toppings, such as bell peppers, mushrooms, or olives.
Seasoning: Italian seasoning adds flavor, but fresh basil or oregano can also enhance the taste.
How To Make This Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
In a small bowl, combine the cottage cheese, pizza sauce, and Italian seasoning. Mix until evenly blended.
Spoon the mixture into a small oven-safe ramekin or baking dish.
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top and arrange the pepperoni slices.
Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.
Allow it to cool slightly before serving and enjoy your quick crustless pizza bowl.
Optional Toppings
Feel free to customize your bowl with extra pizza favorites such as:
- Chopped bell peppers
- Mushrooms
- Black olives
- Cooked sausage or ground beef
- Diced onions
Storage Directions
Refrigerator: You can store leftovers in an airtight container for 2–3 days. Reheat in your microwave or oven until warm.
Freezer: This recipe can be frozen without toppings (just the cottage cheese mixture) in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month. Add cheese and toppings after thawing, then bake.
Reheating Tip: For the best texture, reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5–10 minutes, rather than in the microwave, to keep the cheese creamy and melted.
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Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl | High-Protein Crustless Pizza Recipe
Enjoy a quick, high-protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl with creamy cottage cheese, pizza sauce, mozzarella, and pepperoni. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for a low-carb, healthy lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- ¼ cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6–8 pepperoni slices
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a small bowl, combine the cottage cheese, pizza sauce, and Italian seasoning. Mix until evenly blended.
- Spoon the mixture into a small oven-safe ramekin or baking dish.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top and arrange the pepperoni slices.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.
- Allow it to cool slightly before serving and enjoy your quick crustless pizza bowl.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 275Total Fat: 18gCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 21g
