Make pizza night more satisfying with this Cottage Cheese Pizza — high in protein, customizable, and baked to golden perfection in under an hour.
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This Cottage Cheese Pizza delivers everything you crave from your favorite pizzeria — melty cheese, crisp edges, and savory toppings — but with a high-protein twist. Built on a golden, cheesy Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust, this easy homemade pizza is flavorful, satisfying, and ready in under an hour.
It’s the perfect high-protein pizza recipe for weeknights, game days, or anytime you want a pizza that actually fills you up.
Recipe Ingredients and Tips
| Ingredient | Amount | Purpose / Tip |
|---|
| Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust | 1 batch, pre-baked | The high-protein, gluten-free base. Get the full crust recipe here. |
| Pizza Sauce or Marinara | ½ cup | Adds moisture and tangy tomato flavor — use your favorite brand or homemade sauce. |
| Shredded Mozzarella Cheese | 1 ½ cups | Classic melty cheese for that perfect stretch. |
| Grated Parmesan Cheese (optional) | ¼ cup | Adds depth, saltiness, and browns beautifully under the broiler. |
| Toppings of Choice | As desired | Pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, bell peppers, or vegetables — anything you love works here. |
| Fresh Basil or Red Pepper Flakes | For garnish | Adds color, aroma, and a little kick after baking. |
How To Make Cottage Cheese Pizza
- Bake the Crust – Prepare and bake one batch of Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust according to its instructions. The crust should be lightly golden and firm before adding toppings.
- Assemble the Pizza – Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread pizza sauce evenly over the baked crust, leaving a small border around the edges. Top with mozzarella, then parmesan (if using). Add your favorite toppings — from classic pepperoni to roasted veggies.
- Bake the Pizza – Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbling, and lightly golden brown around the edges.
- Slice and Serve – Remove from oven and cool for 2–3 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil or a pinch of red pepper flakes for that final pizzeria-style touch.
Tips for Success
- Use pre-baked crust: Adding toppings to an underbaked crust will make it soggy.
- Don’t overload toppings: Keep it balanced for even cooking.
- Extra-crispy crust: Bake directly on a pizza stone, or place the baking sheet on the lowest rack.
- Make it personal: This crust works great for individual mini pizzas, too!
Variations
- BBQ Chicken Pizza: Use BBQ sauce, cooked chicken, red onions, and cilantro.
- Veggie Supreme: Load up on bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, and olives.
- White Pizza: Swap tomato sauce for ricotta or alfredo sauce and add spinach.
Cottage Cheese Pizza
Recipe Cost 5.04 Serving Cost 1.01 Course Main Course
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings people
Recipe Cost $ 5.04 Serving Cost $ 1.01Make pizza night more satisfying with this Cottage Cheese Pizza — high in protein, customizable, and baked to golden perfection in under an hour.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1 batch Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust pre-baked and ready to top
For the Toppings (customize as desired)
- ½ cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
- 4 ounces mozzarella cheese sliced or shredded
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese optional
- Toppings of choice pepperoni, vegetables, sausage, mushrooms, etc.
- Fresh basil or red pepper flakes for garnish
Instructions
Bake the Crust
- Prepare and bake one batch of Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust according to the recipe instructions. The crust should be golden and set before adding toppings.
Assemble the Pizza
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the pre-baked crust, leaving a small border around the edges. Top with mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce. Add parmesan (if using) and your desired toppings.
Bake the Pizza
- Bake the assembled pizza for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden brown.
Slice and Serve
- Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2–3 minutes. Slice with a pizza cutter, then garnish with fresh basil or red pepper flakes, if desired.
Notes
*The nutritional value will vary depending on your toppings and the cheese you use.
- Refrigerate: Store leftover slices in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Warm in a 375°F oven or air fryer for 5–7 minutes to crisp the crust again.
- Freeze: Freeze baked slices in a single layer, then store in a freezer bag for up to 2 months.
Equipment
Baking sheet (and/or pizza stone)
parchment paper
Measuring cups and spoons
Spoon or ladle (for spreading sauce)
Oven mitts
Pizza cutter or sharp knife
Nutrition
Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 23gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 891mgPotassium: 221mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 425IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 272mgIron: 1mg
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Cottage Cheese Pizza Recipe FAQs
Is this cottage cheese pizza high in protein?
Yes, thanks to the cottage cheese base, each serving delivers a satisfying dose of protein compared to traditional pizza.
Can I use store-bought crust?
You can, but you’ll miss out on the extra flavor and texture from the homemade cottage cheese crust.
Does it taste like cottage cheese?
No, once baked, it tastes like a classic cheesy pizza crust with no curd texture.
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