Cottage Cheese Pizza

If you’re looking for a fun, healthier twist on pizza night, this cottage cheese pizza is about to become a new favorite! The crust is made with protein-packed cottage cheese, giving it a light and creamy texture that still holds up to all your favorite toppings. It comes together quickly, making it the perfect option for busy weeknights when you want something quick, customizable, and family-friendly.

If you love this nutrient-dense pizza, you’ll love this chicken crust pizza, high in protein from a chicken-based crust. Looking to incorporate more veggies? Try out this broccoli cheese bread and these zucchini pizza bites for fun veggie-packed twists on classic pizza flavors.

What You’ll Need

Here is what you’ll need to make this cottage cheese pizza:

• Cottage Cheese: The base of your crust. I love using whole milk cottage cheese with 4% milkfat.
• Egg: Helps bind the crust base together.
• All-Purpose Flour: A small amount of flour is added to help give the crust some structure.
• Mozzarella Cheese: For that classic melty pizza flavor.
• Pizza Sauce: Use your favorite jarred pizza sauce or homemade.
• Seasonings: Italian seasoning and garlic powder for classic pizza flavor.
• Toppings: From pepperoni to veggies, customize as you like!

See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities.

Recipe Substitutions & Additions

• All-Purpose Flour: Swap with whole wheat flour for extra fiber, or use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend to keep it gluten-free. Avoid almond or coconut flour, as the crust won’t hold together well.
• Egg: To make it egg-free, use 1/4 cup of unsweetened applesauce in place of the 2 eggs.
• Mozzarella: Dairy-free shredded cheese works well.

Step-By-Step Instructions

STEP 1: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Add the cottage cheese and eggs to a high-powered blender and blend until smooth.

STEP 2: Pour the blended cottage cheese mixture into a medium bowl along with the flour, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder, and mix until combined (Images 1 & 2).

STEP 3: Line a 9 by 13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the mixture evenly into a rectangle on the pan (Images 3 & 4).

STEP 4: Bake the crust for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden and dry to the touch (Image 5).

STEP 5: Spread the pizza sauce over the crust, leaving a border around the edges (Image 6). Sprinkle with mozzarella and toppings of choice (Images 7 & 8).

STEP 6: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 8–10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden. Top with grated parmesan cheese and a drizzle of hot honey, if desired. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.