Description

Meet your new favorite comfort food shortcut: this Homemade Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl is creamy, melty, and packed with savory flavor. Perfect for those seeking a quick dinner, high-protein snack, or easy low-carb meal, this dish brings together whipped cottage cheese, rich pizza sauce, and oven-broiled goodness—all in one cozy bowl. It’s an effortless idea for anyone hunting for easy dinner recipes, healthy snack ideas, or savory breakfast options.

Ingredients

1 ½ cups full-fat cottage cheese

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon onion powder

Salt and black pepper to taste

3 tablespoons pizza sauce

1 tablespoon olive oil

¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Cracked black pepper to finish

½ cup shredded mozzarella or provolone

¼ cup cooked sausage or pepperoni

¼ cup sautéed mushrooms or bell peppers

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a small oven-safe skillet or dish with olive oil.

2. In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.

3. Pour the cottage cheese mixture into the greased pan and spread evenly.

4. Bake uncovered for 15–18 minutes until edges are golden and set.

5. Remove from oven and top with pizza sauce and any additional toppings.

6. Switch oven to broil and return the dish for 2–3 minutes until bubbly and caramelized.

7. Garnish with herbs and cracked black pepper. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Blend the cottage cheese just until creamy—over-blending may make it too loose.

For crispy edges, make sure to preheat the oven and use a metal or cast iron dish.

Don’t skip the broil—it gives that irresistible golden top and bubbly sauce.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Appetizer, Snack, Light Meal
Method: Baked, Broiled
Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 210
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 420mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 30mg