High-protein recipes like cottage cheese pizza are everywhere, but not all of them deserve a permanent place in your kitchen.
Some are dry. Some are bland. Others might technically meet your protein goals but leave you wishing you had ordered a regular pizza instead.
This high-protein cottage cheese pizza is different. 🫶
It combines a cottage cheese crust with mozzarella and Perry Spices Pizza Spice for bold flavor. It is an easy option for athletes, busy parents, or anyone wanting more protein.
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Why Use Cottage Cheese for Pizza?
Cottage cheese has become popular in high-protein recipes because it blends easily into batters, sauces and doughs. Once blended, the texture becomes smooth and creamy without leaving noticeable cottage cheese curds behind.
In this recipe, it helps create a soft, sturdy pizza crust while adding protein and moisture.
The secret to making it taste like real pizza is the seasoning.
Perry Spices Pizza Spice uses flavorful ingredients. They complement tomato sauce, cheese, vegetables, chicken, pepperoni and other toppings.
High-Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Recipe
Ingredients for the Crust
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon Perry Spices Pizza Spice
- Pinch of salt, if desired
Ingredients for the Toppings
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Pepperoni, cooked chicken or turkey pepperoni
- Bell peppers, onions, mushrooms or spinach
- Additional Perry Spices Pizza Spice for finishing
Directions
1. Prepare the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F.
Line a baking sheet or pizza pan with parchment paper and lightly coat it with cooking spray.
2. Blend the Cottage Cheese
Add the cottage cheese and eggs to a blender or food processor.
Blend until completely smooth. This step removes the curd texture and creates a more consistent pizza crust.
3. Make the Dough
Transfer the blended mixture to a bowl.
Add the flour, baking powder and Perry Spices Pizza Spice. Stir until a thick, slightly sticky dough forms.
Spread the dough onto the prepared pan. Shape it into a thin circle or rectangle using a spatula or lightly dampened hands.
4. Bake the Crust
Bake the crust for 18 to 22 minutes. Bake until it feels firm and edges turn golden.
Remove it from the oven before adding the toppings. Prebaking helps prevent a soft or soggy center.
5. Add the Toppings
Spread the pizza sauce evenly across the crust.
Add shredded mozzarella and your favorite protein and vegetable toppings. Finish with another light sprinkle of Pizza Spice.
6. Finish Baking
Return the pizza to the oven for 8 to 10 minutes. Bake until the cheese is bubbling.
For a more golden finish, broil it for one or two minutes while watching it closely.
Allow the pizza to rest for several minutes before slicing.
How to Keep the Crust from Getting Soggy
Cottage cheese contains moisture, so a few simple steps make a major difference:
- Blend the cottage cheese until smooth.
- Avoid making the crust too thick.
- Prebake the crust before adding sauce.
- Use a moderate amount of pizza sauce.
- Let the finished pizza rest before slicing.
For an even firmer crust, drain excess liquid from the cottage cheese before blending.
High-Protein Topping Ideas
You can easily customize this pizza based on your goals and preferences.
Chicken and Spinach
Top the crust with grilled chicken, spinach, mozzarella and red onion.
Turkey Pepperoni
Use turkey pepperoni for the familiar pizza-night flavor with a leaner protein option.
Meat Lovers
Add cooked lean ground beef, turkey sausage and pepperoni.
Vegetable Pizza
Use mushrooms, peppers, onions, spinach and sliced tomatoes. Pair it with a side salad or another protein source for a balanced meal.
Hot Honey-Style Pizza
Add pepperoni and jalapeños. Finish with honey and Honey Habanero Hype for a sweet-and-spicy twist.
Why Pizza Spice Makes the Difference
Cottage cheese adds protein, but it does not provide enough flavor by itself.
That is where Perry Spices Pizza Spice comes in.
The blend brings familiar pizza flavor to the crust and sauce. You do not need to measure several seasonings. Mix it into dough or sprinkle it over cheese.
It also works well on:
- Flatbreads
- Garlic bread
- Pasta sauce
- Roasted vegetables
- Chicken
- Pizza fries
- Pizza-inspired bowls
Make Pizza Night Work for Your Goals
Eating more protein does not mean giving up the foods you enjoy.
This pizza is easy to customize and great for weeknights. It is flavorful enough for the entire family. The crust provides protein. Perry Spices Pizza Spice adds a bold taste.
Healthy meals should not feel like punishment.
They should still put Flavor First.