Cottage Cheese Flatbread Pizza
A nutritious and delicious alternative to traditional pizza, this high-protein flatbread pizza combines creamy cottage cheese with savory mozzarella and Parmesan, making it a perfect low-carb meal.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1 cup Full-fat cottage cheese Drained
- 2 large Eggs Room temperature
- ½ cup Shredded mozzarella cheese For base
- ¼ cup Grated Parmesan cheese Can substitute with Pecorino Romano
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- ½ tsp Kosher salt Adjust to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning Can use fresh herbs
For Toppings
- ½ cup Marinara sauce For topping
- ½ cup Shredded mozzarella cheese Additional for topping
- Toppings of choice To taste, examples include cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, sautéed veggies, and pepperoni
- Olive oil or chili flakes Optional for drizzling
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Combine drained cottage cheese, eggs, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, kosher salt, and Italian seasoning in a mixing bowl. Beat until fairly smooth and sticky.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread the mixture into a roughly 10-inch (25 cm) circle about ¼-inch (6 mm) thick using a spatula.
Baking
- Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes until edges are golden brown and the center is set.
- Remove the crust from the oven.
- Spread marinara sauce evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle with additional shredded mozzarella and add desired toppings.
- Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 7-10 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles.
- Optionally broil for 1-2 minutes for extra crispiness, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Let the pizza rest for a couple of minutes before slicing.
- Drizzle with olive oil or chili flakes if desired and serve.
Notes
Ensure the cottage cheese is well-drained to avoid a soggy crust. Use room-temperature eggs for a smoother batter. For crispier edges, bake the crust on a preheated pizza stone. Experiment with different cheeses for varied flavors.