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Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust

Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust: A High-Protein Game Changer

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Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust is a high-protein, low-carb alternative to traditional pizza bases, perfect for health-conscious food lovers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese Use minimum 4% milkfat; drain if watery.
  • 2 large eggs Acts as a binder to hold the crust structure.
  • 1 cup almond flour Can substitute with all-purpose flour if preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Adds savory flavor for that traditional pizza taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt Enhances flavor and balances the dairy profile.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup tomato sauce Must be thick to prevent sogginess.
  • 1 cup low-moisture mozzarella cheese Freshly shredded is recommended for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon green dried oregano flakes Adds classic pizza flavor, sprinkled post-baking.
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Introduces a subtle heat to elevate the flavor profile.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • food blender
  • Spatula
  • Pizza Cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a dark metal baking sheet with crumpled parchment paper.
  2. Blend the full-fat cottage cheese, large eggs, almond flour, garlic powder, and fine sea salt until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour the blended batter onto the prepared parchment paper and spread it evenly into a 10-inch circle.
  4. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the edges are golden-brown and the center feels firm.
  5. Spread a layer of thick tomato sauce across the baked crust, then sprinkle with shredded low-moisture mozzarella.
  6. Return the pizza to the upper rack and bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly.
  7. Garnish with green dried oregano flakes and crushed red pepper, allow to cool for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 10gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Drain excess water from cottage cheese before blending to prevent a soggy crust. Use dark metal bakeware for crisp texture.

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