Description
A low-carb, protein-packed pizza with a surprisingly delicious cottage cheese-based crust that’s crispy on the outside and tender inside.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese for topping
- Your favorite pizza toppings (e.g., pepperoni, bell peppers, mushrooms)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, eggs, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, almond flour, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet into a 12-inch circle or rectangle, about 1/4-inch thick.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the crust is golden and firm to the touch.
- Remove from oven and spread pizza sauce evenly over the crust. Top with remaining mozzarella and your favorite toppings.
- Return to oven and bake for another 8-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.