Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl

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This cottage cheese pizza bowl is everything you want—cheesy, loaded with your go-to pizza toppings, and none of that watery mess most bowls turn into once baked. It’s got over 30 grams of protein and zero crust.

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Nutrition Facts

1

Servings

393

Calories

27.3g

Fat

30.1g

Protein

7.7g

Net Carb

8.8g

Total Carbs

This cottage cheese pizza bowl is the high-protein, low-carb upgrade to the classic keto pizza bowl—and it’s my go-to when I’m craving pizza but want to keep things light and satisfying. It’s cheesy, customizable, and packed with over 30 grams of protein, making it a perfect quick meal or snack. The best part? It skips the crust and avoids the watery mess that some bowls turn into.

A fork pulling out a bite of cottage cheese pizza bowl and showing the melted cheese.

The base is simple: cottage cheese, marinara or pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, and shredded mozzarella. From there, you can add your favorite toppings—think pepperoni or turkey pepperoni, olives, bell peppers, or mushrooms. Pop it in the microwave, air fryer or oven for a couple of minutes or bake it for a bubbly, golden finish. It’s a fast, protein-packed way to crush those pizza cravings without the carbs.

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Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese (4% milkfat)
  • 2 tablespoons pizza or marinara sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • pinch of anise seeds (optional)
  • 10-12 slices pepperoni
  • 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 2 tablespoons canned mushroom slices
  • 2 tablespoons sliced black olives
  • 2 oz shredded fresh mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese

Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl Directions

  • STEP
    1

    Blend cottage cheese

    Preheat oven or air fryer to 350°F. Place cottage cheese in a blender or mini food processor and blend until smooth.

    Ingredients

    • 1/2 cup cottage cheese (4% milkfat)

    A food processor with blended cottage cheese inside.
    Quick Tip
    Don't strain your cottage cheese. The whey protein usually settles in the liquid if your cottage cheese separates.
  • STEP
    2

    Get saucy

    Transfer whipped cottage cheese to a small bowl. Stir in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and anise seed (if using).

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons pizza or marinara sauce
    • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
    • pinch of anise seeds (optional)

    A bowl with blended cottage cheese mixed with marinara sauce.
    Quick Tip
    Anise seed has a slight licorice flavor that pairs well with marinara or pizza sauce.
  • STEP
    3

    Add your pizza toppings

    Use any of your favorite pizza toppings. For this recipe, I'm adding pepperoni slices, green bell pepper, canned mushrooms and black olives. Stir to combine.

    Ingredients

    • 10-12 slices pepperoni or salami
    • 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
    • 2 tablespoons canned mushroom slices
    • 2 tablespoons sliced black olives

    Blended cottage cheese and sauce mixed with pizza toppings in a ramekin.
    Quick Tip
    Avoid or limit vegetables with a larger water content to decrease your chances of having a soupy pizza bowl.
  • STEP
    4

    Say cheese!!

    Scoop mixture into a 6-8 oz oven-safe ramekin or mini round cocotte. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese. Place a few more slices of pepperoni on top (optional) and add a sprinkling of more Italian seasoning.

    Ingredients

    • 2 oz shredded fresh mozzarella cheese
    • 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese

    A cottage cheese bowl topped with sliced pepperoni and shredded parmesan cheese.
    Quick Tip
    I prefer fresh mozzarella cheese over pre-grated as it melts better.
  • STEP
    5

    Bake the pizza bowl

    Air fry or bake at 350°F for 10-13 minutes or until cheese is golden brown and melted. Allow it to cool for 3-5 minutes before eating.

    Bake pizza bowl on a baking sheet.
    Quick Tip
    As the pizza bowl cools, it will solidify more.
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Substitutions

Here are some fun and easy topping swaps you can mix and match depending on what you’re craving or what you’ve got in the fridge:

– No pepperoni? Use crumbled Italian sausage, turkey pepperoni, chopped salami, or even diced rotisserie chicken.
– Don’t do dairy well? Try shredded goat cheese or a dairy-free mozzarella—just keep an eye on the carb count. Good Culture makes a lactose-free cottage cheese. 
– Want more veggies? Load it up with mushrooms, bell peppers, spinach, onions, or even jalapeños if you like heat.
– Missing that crust vibe? Add a sprinkle of crushed pork rinds on top for a little crunch. Or turn it into a pizza pot pie by adding some fat-head dough on top.
– Feeling fancy? Try toppings like pesto, sun-dried tomatoes, kalamata olives, feta cheese or artichoke hearts.

Basically, if you’d throw it on a pizza, it can go in your bowl.

Serving suggestions

You can totally eat this cottage cheese pizza bowl straight with a fork, but if you wanna level it up—treat it like a dip. I’m talking low carb tortillas, toasted keto bread, or protein chips for scooping. It’s kinda giving pizza fondue vibes, and honestly, it makes the whole thing feel more like a fun snack or party dish. Perfect for when you want pizza and a little crunch.

Storage information

If you’re meal prepping, just layer everything in a glass container—cottage cheese, sauce, toppings, and cheese—then pop the lid on and stash it in the fridge. Don’t bake it yet. When you’re ready to eat, heat it up in the microwave or oven until it’s hot and bubbly.

These keep in the fridge for about 3-4 days, so they’re great for a quick lunch or snack during the week. I wouldn’t freeze them though—cottage cheese doesn’t hold up well once it thaws.

Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl: FAQS

Does it taste like cottage cheese?

Not really. Once it’s mixed with sauce, cheese, and toppings, the cottage cheese just gives it a creamy, cheesy vibe without screaming “I’m cottage cheese!” Even my picky eaters didn’t notice.

Why is my cottage cheese pizza bowl watery?

The key is using thicker cottage cheese (not the runny kind) and not overloading it with sauce or toppings that release a lot of moisture. I also like to air fryer it instead of microwaving—it helps everything set and keeps the texture on point. Blending the cottage cheese also helps prevent this cottage cheese bowl from becoming a pizza soup.

Can I use low-fat or fat-free cottage cheese?

You can, but full-fat melts better and has a richer flavor. If you’re going low-fat, just know the texture might be a little less creamy—but it still works.

Nutritional information & Macros

Nutrition Information

Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl

Servings: 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 393
Fat 27.3g
Protein 30.1g
Total Carbs 8.8g
Net Carbs 7.7g

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