Cottage Cheese Pizza

15g protein · 35 min · 200 kcal

Discover how cottage cheese can transform your pizza into a nutritious and delicious option, whether as a topping, a ricotta substitute, or even a base for a gluten-free crust.

35 min4 servings200 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup blended cottage cheese (Use low-fat or fat-free for a healthier option.)
  • 1 cup almond flour (A gluten-free alternative.)
  • 2 large eggs (Bind the ingredients together.)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (To taste.)
  • 1 cup cottage cheese (For spreading over the crust.)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella (To achieve meltability.)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (Halved or whole for topping.)
  • 1 cup fresh spinach (For a Mediterranean twist.)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (To enhance the flavor.)

Instructions

  1. 1

    --- Prepare the Crust ---

  2. 2

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

  3. 3

    In a mixing bowl, combine blended cottage cheese, almond flour, eggs, and salt until a dough forms.

  4. 4

    Spread the dough thinly on parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes until firm.

  5. 5

    --- Assemble the Pizza ---

  6. 6

    Spread cottage cheese evenly over the baked crust.

  7. 7

    Sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top.

  8. 8

    Add cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach as desired.

  9. 9

    Sprinkle garlic powder over everything.

  10. 10

    --- Bake the Pizza ---

  11. 11

    Return the assembled pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly.

  12. 12

    --- Serve ---

  13. 13

    Remove from oven, let cool slightly, then slice and serve.

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