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Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust

Delicious Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust for Healthy Pizzas

This Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust is a nutritious, gluten-free alternative packed with protein, perfect for healthy pizza nights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Use full-fat for better texture.
  • 2 large Eggs No substitutes recommended for texture purposes.
  • 1 cup Almond Flour All-purpose flour is a viable alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Optional, but recommended for enhanced taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Can be substituted with herbs like oregano or basil.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Important for flavor balance.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to personal preference.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until creamy and well blended (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Gradually add almond flour to the mixture, stirring gently until a thick batter forms (2-3 minutes).
  4. Transfer the batter onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it into a circle about ½ inch thick.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch.
  6. Add your favorite pizza toppings, and return to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes until toppings are bubbly and melty.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best texture, use full-fat cottage cheese. Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.

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