All the cheesy, saucy, savory goodness of pizza without the crust — this Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl is a game-changing high-protein meal. Creamy cottage cheese forms the perfect base, topped with melty mozzarella, tangy sauce, and your favorite toppings.
This recipe works by using cottage cheese as a high-protein, low-carb foundation that bakes into a deliciously creamy “crust” alternative. It’s quick to assemble and endlessly customizable with classic pizza flavors.
What makes it stand out is its impressive protein content (over 40g per serving) while tasting like a guilty pleasure. It’s perfect for low-carb, keto, or high-protein diets without sacrificing satisfaction.
Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl – High Protein Low Carb
Description
Easy Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl — a low-carb, high-protein twist on pizza. Creamy base with classic toppings, ready in 20 minutes. Servings: 2
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F.
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In an oven-safe bowl or ramekin, spread cottage cheese evenly as the base.
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Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and garlic powder.
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Spread pizza sauce over the cottage cheese.
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Top generously with mozzarella and your favorite toppings.
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Bake 12-18 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden. Broil for the last 1-2 minutes for extra browning if desired.
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Let cool slightly, garnish with fresh basil, and enjoy.
Note
Equipment: Oven-safe bowl or ramekin, baking sheet
Nutrition (per bowl): ~420 calories | 42g protein | 12g carbs | 22g fat
Variations & Substitutions:
- Use low-fat cottage cheese for fewer calories.
- Make it vegetarian with extra veggies and no meat.
Storage & Reheating: Best eaten fresh. Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days. Reheat in oven or air fryer.
Notes: Use full-fat cottage cheese for the best creamy texture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this really low carb?
Yes — around 12g net carbs per bowl.
Can I make multiple servings?
Absolutely — scale up and use a larger baking dish.
