Print

Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl Recipe

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

4.2 from 24 reviews

This Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl is a quick, nutritious, and delicious low-carb twist on traditional pizza. Combining creamy cottage cheese with classic pizza toppings like marinara sauce, mozzarella, and pepperoni, baked in a bowl for a convenient single-serving meal that’s perfect for a hearty breakfast or light dinner.

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • 1 cup of low-fat cottage cheese (smooth or blended)
  • 1/4 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 tbsp almond flour

Vegetables & Seasonings

  • 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/4 red onion, sliced
  • 1/8 cup black olives, chopped
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt & black pepper to taste

Cheese & Toppings

  • 1/4 cup light mozzarella cheese, grated
  • 4-5 pepperoni slices
  • Parmesan cheese, grated (for garnish)
  • Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s at the perfect temperature for baking the pizza bowl.
  2. Mix Ingredients: In an oven-safe bowl, combine the low-fat cottage cheese, marinara sauce, almond flour, chopped red bell pepper, sliced red onion, chopped black olives, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to create a thick, flavorful mixture.
  3. Prepare for Baking: Level out the mixture in the bowl to create an even surface, then sprinkle the grated light mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
  4. Add Pepperoni: Arrange 4-5 pepperoni slices over the cheese layer to add savory flavor and texture.
  5. Bake: Place the bowl in the preheated oven and bake for 5 to 8 minutes, or until the cheese has melted, the edges of the bowl’s contents are bubbling, and the pepperoni slices have crisped up slightly.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Remove the bowl carefully from the oven. Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil to enhance the flavor and presentation before serving.

Notes

  • For a smoother texture, blend the cottage cheese before mixing with other ingredients.
  • Feel free to substitute pepperoni with turkey pepperoni or a vegetarian option.
  • Almond flour helps to absorb moisture and gives a slight thickness; you can adjust the amount slightly for preferred consistency.
  • Use an oven-safe bowl or ramekin to avoid any accidents.
  • This recipe works well as a single-serving low-carb meal or snack.

Find it online: https://recipethrive.com/cottage-cheese-pizza-bowl-recipe/