Viral Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl
A high-protein pizza-inspired bowl made with creamy cottage cheese, marinara sauce, melted mozzarella, and classic pizza toppings. This viral recipe is quick, comforting, and packed with flavor without the crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups cottage cheese, full fat
- ½ cup marinara sauce
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup sliced pepperoni
- ¼ cup diced bell peppers
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- A small pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F or set the air fryer to 350°F.
- Spread the cottage cheese evenly into an oven safe bowl to create the base layer.
- Spoon marinara sauce evenly over the cottage cheese.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top, followed by sliced pepperoni and diced bell peppers.
- Add Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or air fry for 6 to 8 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let rest for 2 to 3 minutes before serving. Serve warm.
Notes
- Drain excess liquid from cottage cheese if it appears watery.
- Do not overbake to keep the base creamy.
- Broil for 1 to 2 minutes at the end for extra browning if desired.
- Customize toppings just like your favorite pizza.
Find it online: https://tastyze.com/viral-cottage-cheese-pizza-bowl/