This High-Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust is soft on the inside, lightly crisp on the outside, and perfect for a healthier pizza night. Made with cottage cheese and oat flour, it delivers extra protein without sacrificing flavor—ideal for a balanced, satisfying meal.
Servings & Timing:
- Servings: 2–4
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: ~35 minutes
Ingredients List:
- 1 cup cottage cheese (preferably low-fat)
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup oat flour (or almond flour)
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Olive oil, for greasing
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with olive oil. - Mix Base
In a bowl, whisk together cottage cheese and egg until smooth. - Form Dough
Add oat flour, baking powder, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt. Stir until well combined and a dough forms. - Add Cheese
Fold in shredded mozzarella until evenly distributed. - Shape Crust
Transfer dough to the prepared baking sheet and spread into a round pizza shape about ½ inch thick. - Bake Crust
Bake for 15–20 minutes, until golden brown and firm to the touch. - Add Toppings
Remove from oven, add desired sauce and toppings, then return to oven for 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. - Cool & Serve
Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Additional Notes:
- Texture Tip: Blending cottage cheese first creates a smoother crust
- Flour Swap: Almond flour makes it lower carb
- Meal Prep: Bake crust ahead and refrigerate up to 3 days
- Best Toppings: Keep toppings light to avoid soggy crust
