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Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust

Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust


  • Author: Jackson Walker
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Double the portions, double the pizza joy! This upgraded, protein-rich crust is made with creamy cottage cheese and bakes into a golden base ready for all your favorite toppings. With melty cheese, savory sauce, and turkey pepperoni, it’s a guilt-free way to crush your pizza craving.


Ingredients

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For the Crust:

2 cups low-fat, small curd cottage cheese

4 large eggs

1/2 cup flour (AP, oat, or almond)

2 tsp onion powder

2 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp dried oregano

Toppings:

1 cup pizza or marinara sauce

1½ cups low-fat pizza cheese blend (or shredded mozzarella)

4 oz turkey pepperoni

2 tbsp grated Parmesan (optional)

Black pepper to taste


Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet or two smaller ones with parchment and lightly grease.

Blend cottage cheese, eggs, flour, and seasonings until smooth.

Spread mixture into a 1/4-inch thick layer on prepared sheets.

Bake crust for 20–25 minutes until firm and golden brown.

Add sauce, cheese, and pepperoni. Bake an additional 5–7 minutes until melty and bubbly.

Finish with Parmesan and pepper, then slice and serve.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 310/ serving
  • Fat: 17g/ serving
  • Carbohydrates: 12g/ serving
  • Protein: 25g/ serving