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Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust recipe offers a high-protein, low-fat alternative to traditional pizza dough, made with cottage cheese, eggs, flour, and flavorful seasonings. It is topped with pizza sauce, a blend of low-fat cheeses, and turkey pepperoni before being baked to a golden perfection. Ideal for those looking to enjoy a lighter, homemade pizza with a soft yet sturdy crust.

Ingredients

For the Crust

  • 1 cup low-fat, small curd cottage cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or any preferred flour such as oat, whole wheat, spelt, or gluten-free flour)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Black pepper, optional

For the Toppings

  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce or marinara
  • 3/4 cup low-fat pizza cheese blend or shredded mozzarella
  • 2 ounces turkey pepperoni
  • 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese, optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Crust Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of cottage cheese, 2 eggs, 1/4 cup flour, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, and optional black pepper. Stir with a spatula until the mixture is smooth and well combined, no blending required.
  3. Form the Crust: Transfer the mixture onto the prepared sheet pan. Using a spoon or spatula, spread it out into a round pizza shape, ensuring it’s not too thin to maintain sturdiness.
  4. Bake the Crust: Bake the crust for 25-30 minutes until it turns slightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 1-2 minutes to firm up.
  5. Add Toppings: Spread 1/2 cup of pizza sauce evenly over the baked crust. Sprinkle 3/4 cup of low-fat cheese blend over the sauce, then top with 2 ounces of turkey pepperoni.
  6. Final Bake: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes or until the cheese has fully melted.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Optionally, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of grated parmesan or chili flakes over the pizza for added flavor. Slice and enjoy your homemade cottage cheese pizza crust.

Notes

  • Use small curd cottage cheese for best texture; both low-fat and full-fat versions work.
  • Any flour works, including all-purpose, oat, whole wheat, spelt, or gluten-free flour for those with allergies.
  • Opt for low-fat shredded cheese blends such as mozzarella or a pizza blend for healthier toppings.
  • Feel free to customize toppings with pepperoni, mushrooms, onions, vegetables, or your favorites.
  • Letting the crust rest for a minute or two after the first bake helps it set before adding sauce and toppings.
  • Omitting flour creates a low-carb crust but results in a softer, moister texture that may not be as sturdy.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://cookinginspirations.com/cottage-cheese-pizza-crust-recipe/