COTTAGE CHEESE PIZZA BOWL
(MACRO-VERIFIED)
Protein
32G
Calories
310
Prep Time
5M
Bake Time
15M
The Protein Pizza">Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust">cottage cheese pizza bowl is the laziest, most satisfying way to get pizza flavor with ridiculous amounts of protein — no dough-making required. This genius recipe layers seasoned cottage cheese with pizza sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, and all your favorite pizza toppings in an oven-safe bowl, then bakes until bubbly, golden, and irresistible. Each serving delivers 32g of protein with the familiar, comforting flavors of your favorite pizza in a fraction of the time. This cottage cheese pizza bowl has become a viral sensation because it's so simple yet so effective — you literally dump ingredients in a bowl and bake. The cottage cheese melts and mingles with the mozzarella and pizza sauce, creating a rich, gooey filling that tastes remarkably like the inside of a deep-dish pizza. Scoop it up with low-carb crackers, toasted bread, or eat it straight with a spoon. It's ready in about 20 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners when you want something fast and filling. Customize with your favorite pizza toppings — mushrooms, olives, bell peppers, sausage, or jalapeños all work beautifully. This cottage cheese recipe is proof that eating high-protein doesn't have to be boring or complicated. It's become a weeknight staple in thousands of kitchens for good reason. All nutrition data is verified using USDA FoodData Central for accuracy.
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INGREDIENTS
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Nutrition Facts
Updated with substitutions
2 servings per recipe
Serving size
1 cottage cheese recipes
Amount per serving
Calories
310
Total Fat 16g
21%
Total Carbohydrate 10g
4%
Dietary Fiber 2g
7%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 32g
64%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Verified using USDA FoodData Central
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Spread cottage cheese in the bottom of two oven-safe bowls or a small baking dish.
Spoon pizza sauce over the cottage cheese. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
Add pepperoni slices and top with shredded mozzarella.
Bake for 12-15 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and starting to brown on top.
Let cool for 2 minutes. Top with fresh basil and serve with crackers or toasted bread for dipping.
TROUBLESHOOTING
My cottage cheese recipes are too dry
Try adding 1-2 tablespoons more liquid (milk, yogurt, or egg whites). Also ensure you're not over-measuring the protein powder - use the scoop and level method.
They didn't rise properly
Check your baking powder is fresh (test by adding to hot water - it should bubble vigorously). Also, don't overmix the batter as this can deflate the air bubbles.
The texture is rubbery
This usually means too much protein powder or overbaking. Reduce baking time by 2-3 minutes and check doneness with a toothpick.
SUBSTITUTIONS
| Original | Substitute | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Whey Protein | Casein, Plant Blend | May need +10ml liquid |
| Greek Yogurt | Cottage Cheese, Skyr | Blend smooth first |
| Egg Whites | Flax Egg, Aquafaba | For vegan option |
| Oat Flour | Almond Flour, Coconut Flour | Coconut: use 1/3 amount |
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