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Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust


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  • Author: amelia
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, High-Protein

Description

A high-protein, gluten-free pizza crust made with cottage cheese, perfect for health-conscious pizza lovers.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1/2 cup vibrant red tomato sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups low-moisture mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tsp green dried oregano flakes
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Combine the cottage cheese and eggs in a large bowl. Mix until smooth.
  3. Add in the almond flour, garlic powder, and sea salt. Stir until well combined.
  4. Spread the mixture onto a lined baking sheet or pizza stone, shaping it into your desired thickness.
  5. Pre-bake the crust for about 15 minutes, until golden.
  6. Spread the tomato sauce evenly on top, followed by the mozzarella, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
  7. Return to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before slicing.

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different cheese or flour types based on dietary needs.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg