Satisfy Cravings with the Best Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl
Savor the Best Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl, a guilt-free, high-protein twist on classic pizza flavors, ready in under ten minutes!
Equipment
- - Oven
- - Mixing bowl
- Oven-safe Bowl
Ingredients
For the Base
- 1 cup Cottage Cheese Any type based on your preference
- 1/2 cup Marinara Sauce Choose your favorite brand or homemade
For the Toppings
- 1 cup Bell Pepper Diced; can swap with zucchini or mushrooms
- 1/2 cup Pepperoni Use veggie or turkey pepperoni for a lighter option
- 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Regular or part-skim, adjust to taste
For Flavor Boosting
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Adjust according to your taste
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust for spice preference
- 1 teaspoon Salt Season to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Season to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- In a small bowl, combine the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, marinara sauce, diced bell pepper, and pepperoni.
- Sprinkle in the mixed seasonings and stir until everything is well incorporated.
- Transfer the mix into an oven-safe bowl, spreading it evenly. Top with mozzarella and add more pepperoni slices if desired.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until heated through and cheese is melted.
- Switch to broiler for an additional 2-3 minutes to achieve a bubbly, lightly browned top.
Notes
Garnish with fresh basil or a sprinkle of parmesan cheese for extra flavor. Allow cottage cheese to sit at room temperature before mixing for creamier texture. Drain excess liquid to avoid a soggy mix. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.