Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake Recipe
If you love pizza but want something lighter, the Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake Recipe is perfect.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese small curd works best
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup pizza sauce store-bought or homemade
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni or cooked chicken
- 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease your baking dish lightly with cooking spray or butter.
Mix Cottage Cheese Base
- In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, eggs, flour, garlic powder, oregano, salt and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
Spread Base in Dish
- Pour the cottage cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula to spread it evenly across the bottom.
Add Pizza Sauce
- Pour pizza sauce over the cottage cheese layer. Spread it gently so the layer is even but not too thick.
Layer Cheese and Toppings
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce. Add pepperoni, bell peppers, and black olives on top.
Optional Parmesan
- If using Parmesan, sprinkle it lightly over the top. This adds extra flavor and a crispy texture.
Bake in Oven
- Place the baking dish in the oven. Bake for 25 minutes or until cheese melts and edges turn golden brown.
Check Doneness
- Insert a toothpick in the center. If it comes out clean, the bake is ready. If not, bake for 2–3 more minutes.
Cool Slightly
- Remove from oven. Let it cool for 5 minutes. This helps the bake set and makes slicing easier.
Serve and Enjoy
- Cut into squares and serve warm. Enjoy your healthy, cheesy, pizza-style meal.
Notes
- Make it Vegetarian: Skip the pepperoni or chicken. Add mushrooms, spinach, or zucchini instead.
- Use Greek Yogurt: Replace half the cottage cheese with Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.
- Spicy Twist: Add red pepper flakes or jalapeños for a little heat.
- Gluten-Free: Use almond flour or oat flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- Meal Prep: Make ahead and store in an airtight container for 2–3 days.