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Close-up of Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust showing vibrant red sauce, toasted mozzarella spots, and fresh basil.

Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust: The Ultimate Crispy, High-Protein Guide

A revolutionary high-protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust that is thin, crispy, and sturdy. Featuring golden-brown edges, bubbly mozzarella, and curled pepperoni, this low-carb alternative delivers authentic pizza flavor and a perfect artisanal crunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Italian-American
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pizza Components
  • 1 cup Full-Fat Cottage Cheese 225g, small curd preferred
  • 2 large Eggs 100g, acting as a binder
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese 25g, helps with browning
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder 3g
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Oregano 1g, plus extra for topping
  • 1/3 cup Pizza Sauce 80ml, low moisture
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella 113g, low-moisture part-skim
  • 15 slices Pepperoni 30g, thin-cut for curling
  • 1 handful Fresh Basil Leaves For garnish after baking

Equipment

  • 1 High-speed blender Used to emulsify the cottage cheese and eggs into a smooth batter.
  • 1 Baking Sheet Standard rimmed baking sheet.
  • 1 White Parchment Paper Crucial for preventing sticking and achieving crispy edges.

Method
 

Prepare and Bake the Base
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Blend cottage cheese, eggs, parmesan, and garlic powder until completely smooth.
  2. Pour batter onto a parchment-lined tray and spread into a 10-inch circle about 1/4 inch thick.
  3. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the edges are deep golden-brown and the center is firm to the touch.
Topping and Final Finish
  1. Spread sauce over the crust, add mozzarella, pepperoni, and a sprinkle of dried oregano.
  2. Bake for 5-8 minutes, finishing with a 2-minute broil until cheese is bubbly with toasted brown spots and pepperoni is curled.
  3. Rest for 3 minutes, then garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing.

Notes

Ensure you blend the batter until perfectly smooth to avoid a lumpy texture.
Use the broiler for the last 2 minutes to get those signature crispy pepperoni curls and toasted cheese spots.