Crustless Cottage Cheese Pizza
A high protein crustless cottage cheese pizza with a golden baked base, rich tomato sauce, melted mozzarella, and fresh basil. Light, satisfying, and perfect for a healthier pizza night.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese for topping
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves, a small handful
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a blender, combine cottage cheese, eggs, 1 cup shredded mozzarella, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread into a round about 8 to 9 inches wide.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the base is set and lightly golden around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and spread tomato sauce evenly over the baked base.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese on top and add sliced cherry tomatoes.
- Return to the oven and bake for another 8 to 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool for 5 minutes, top with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
- Drain excess liquid from cottage cheese if it appears watery.
- Blend well for a smoother base texture.
- Do not skip the first bake or the base may become soggy.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven to maintain texture.
Find it online: https://tastyze.com/crustless-cottage-cheese-pizza/