Description
Cottage Cheese Pizza is a deliciously unique take on classic pizza that combines creamy cottage cheese with gooey mozzarella, all atop a crispy crust. This protein-packed dish is not only satisfying but also customizable with your favorite toppings, making it a perfect choice for quick weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. With its vibrant flavors and healthier profile, every slice is a guilt-free indulgence that will surprise your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup assorted toppings (pepperoni, veggies, etc.)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and place a pizza stone inside if using.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about half an inch thick and transfer it to a lined baking sheet or pizza stone.
- Spread cottage cheese evenly over the dough.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top, followed by your choice of toppings.
- Drizzle olive oil over the pizza and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden and cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg