High-Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust

Emily Hart

High-Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust

A quick and easy high-protein cottage cheese pizza crust that is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. A healthier alternative to traditional pizza dough, perfect for low-carb and high-protein diets.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Crust:

1 cup cottage cheese blended until smooth
1 cup all-purpose flour or almond/oat flour for a gluten-free option
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 –2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Pizza (Optional Toppings):

¼ to ⅓ cup pizza sauce marinara, pesto, or white sauce
⅓ to ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ to ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Additional toppings pepperoni, mushrooms, olives, bell peppers, spinach, etc.

Method

Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Blend the cottage cheese in a blender or food processor until smooth.
Mix the dough by combining blended cottage cheese, flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Stir until it starts to come together.
Shape the crust by transferring the dough onto parchment paper and pressing it into a round pizza shape, about 10-12 inches in diameter.
Pre-bake the crust for 8 minutes to firm up before adding toppings.
Add sauce and toppings as desired, spreading sauce evenly and layering with cheese and toppings of choice.
Bake again for 5–7 minutes or until cheese is melted and the crust is golden brown. For extra crispiness, broil for 2–3 minutes.
Let it cool for a minute before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 13gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

For a crispier crust, roll the dough thinner and bake at a higher temperature for a few extra minutes.
For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with almond or oat flour.
For a low-carb/keto version, reduce flour and use a mix of almond and coconut flour.
For extra flavor, add garlic powder, Italian seasoning, or red pepper flakes to the dough.

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