Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust
This cottage cheese pizza crust is high-protein, easy to make, and perfect for piling on your favorite toppings. Crispy on the edges, soft in the center, and ready for pizza night in under 30 minutes.
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/3 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- Fresh basil leaves for topping
- Cherry tomatoes optional, for topping
Instructions
- Blend the cottage cheese: In a blender or food processor, blend the cottage cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Make the dough: In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt, and baking powder. Make a well in the center and add the olive oil and the blended cottage cheese. Mix and knead until a smooth, uniform dough forms. Let it rest for a few minutes.
- Pre-bake the crust: Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Roll out the dough on a sheet of parchment paper, lightly floured, shaping it into a circle or rectangle. Brush the surface with a little olive oil and bake for 7–8 minutes to pre-cook the crust.
- Add toppings and bake again: Remove from the oven, spread the marinara sauce on top, then add the shredded mozzarella and cherry tomatoes if using. Return to the oven for a few more minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden.
- Finish and serve: Once out of the oven, top with fresh basil leaves and serve hot. Enjoy!