Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl: High-Protein, Cheesy, and Crust-Free Comfort
A high-protein, crust-free pizza bowl made with creamy cottage cheese, marinara sauce, mozzarella, and classic toppings. Quick, customizable, and satisfying.
Ingredients
¾ cup cottage cheese (small curd, full-fat or 2%)
¼ cup marinara or pizza sauce
¼–⅓ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
4–5 slices pepperoni or toppings of choice
½ tsp Italian seasoning
Pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
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Spoon cottage cheese into a small oven-safe or microwave-safe bowl.
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Spread sauce evenly over cottage cheese.
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Sprinkle mozzarella on top, then add pepperoni or desired toppings.
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Season with Italian herbs and red pepper flakes.
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Bake at 400°F for 10–12 mins or microwave 1½–2 mins until cheese is melted.
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Garnish with herbs. Serve hot.
Notes
Use thick sauce to avoid watery texture. Swap cottage cheese for ricotta for creamier version. Add veggies or sausage for variation.