Description
A high-protein, low-carb alternative to traditional pizza. Made with a savory cottage cheese crust, this simple recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or lighter meals.
Ingredients
For the High-Protein Crust:
Cottage Cheese – 1 cup, small curd
Eggs – 2 large
Flour – 1/4 cup (all-purpose, whole wheat, or GF 1-to-1)
Onion Powder – 1 tsp
Garlic Powder – 1 tsp
Dried Oregano – 1/2 tsp
Black Pepper – to taste (optional)
For the Toppings:
Pizza Sauce – 1/2 cup
Shredded Cheese – 3/4 cup (mozzarella or low-fat blend)
Turkey Pepperoni – 2 ounces
Grated Parmesan – 1 tbsp (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mix cottage cheese, eggs, flour, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, and black pepper until smooth.
3. Pour the mixture onto the prepared pan. Spread evenly into a 1/4-inch thick circle or rectangle.
4. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and dry to the touch.
5. Let the crust rest for 1–2 minutes before topping.
6. Spread sauce over the crust, sprinkle cheese, and layer turkey pepperoni.
7. Bake again for 5–7 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbling.
8. Garnish with grated Parmesan, let cool slightly, slice, and serve.
Notes
Use full-fat cottage cheese for a crispier crust.
Flour substitutions: oat flour, almond flour, or GF blend.
Don’t overload with toppings—this is a thin-style crust.
Pairs well with chopped Italian salad or Caprese.
Reheat leftovers in the oven or air fryer at 350°F.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Traditional Pizza Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/3 pizza
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Cottage Cheese Crust Pizza, high-protein pizza, low carb pizza crust, gluten-free pizza