This Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl combines the creamy texture of whipped cottage cheese paired with your favorite pizza toppings, all nestled in a perfectly baked bowl – it's a match made in heaven that will satisfy your pizza cravings.
I was skeptical about hopping on this viral cottage cheese pizza bowl trend, however, I am always looking for ways to incorporate protein into my diet. The first time I made these low carb pizza bowls, I wasn’t sure what to expect. Much to my surprise, it did indeed taste like pizza in a bowl.
My husband agreed and immediately devoured the entire thing. So I’m confident in saying that this dish will be sure to become a household favorite!
If you are looking for more delicious cottage cheese recipes check out my Cottage Cheese Banana Bread, Cottage Cheese Queso, Cottage Cheese Alfredo, Cottage Cheese Mac And Cheese, Chocolate Cottage Cheese Mousse, or Cottage Cheese Toasts!
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Why you'll love this recipe
- High Protein: Cottage cheese is rich in protein, making these pizza bowls a satisfying and wholesome meal.
- Customizable: You can customize this recipe by making it low-fat, adding extra protein, more veggies or adding extra herbs.
- Low Carb, High Flavor: For those following a low-carb diet, Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowls offer a flavorful high protein alternative for pizza night.
Ingredients
- Cottage Cheese: My favorite brand of cottage cheese is Good Culture. . For this recipe, you can use either full-fat cottage cheese or low fat cottage cheese, but avoid fat-free cottage cheese as it will not whip up nicely without the fat.
- Dried Oregano: If you don’t enjoy oregano, you can use dried basil or an Italian seasoning blend.
- Bell Peppers: Finely dice your favorite color bell pepper. I use red peppers, orange, and yellow baby peppers. If you like green bell peppers feel free to use those.
- Marinara Sauce: You can use whatever you have on hand, however Rao’s Marinara Sauce, is a great option. This sauce is made with real ingredients, and no added sugar, and it tastes fantastic. Costco also carries this sauce, making it a great way to save a few bucks!
- Pepperoni: Read the labels! Many brands of pepperoni include antibiotics or unnecessary preservatives.
- Parmesan Cheese: You will want to get real Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Look for a block that has the rind on it that says Parmesanno Regganio. It’s always best to avoid the pre-shredded options as well.
- Siste Tortilla Chips: Siete is one of my favorite brands! They make incredible grain-free chips that are perfect for dipping!
See the recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Step 1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees f.
Step 2. Whip your cottage cheese in the food processor or by using an immersion blender.
Step 3. Place 4 mini ramekins or oven-safe bowls on a baking sheet, and cover the bottom of each ramekin with a quarter of the whipped cottage cheese.
Step 4. Next, sprinkle your dried oregano on top of the cottage cheese, along with the diced bell pepper, and then layer on the marinara sauce.
Step 5. Top the marinara sauce with pepperoni slices and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.
Step 6. Bake in the oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, and everything is warmed through.
Top with extra parmesan cheese and serve with grain-free tortilla chips, or sliced bell peppers for dipping!
Hint: For an extra cheesy bowl, try adding shredded mozzarella cheese and top with fresh basil.
Substitutions and variations
- Vegan or Dairy-Free: For our dairy-free and vegan friends use dairy-free alternatives such as vegan cream cheese, and dairy-free parmesan.
- Toppings: Add your favorite toppings. If you don’t care for regular pepperoni made from pork, swap it for turkey pepperoni instead. You can also use your favorite salami, mild or hot for a little kick!
- Breakfast Bowl: Try making these keto pizza bowls into a breakfast favorite by topping them with scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, chives, and green peppers.
- Pesto: You can replace the traditional pizza sauce with basil pesto and shredded mozzarella cheese to create a pesto pizza bowl.
- Mediterranean: You can add black olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta cheese for the ultimate low carb pizza bowl.
- Meat Lovers: Try adding diced ham, cooked Italian sausage, or any of your favorite pizza toppings.
- Buffalo Chicken: Tweak your crustless pizza bowl by adding chicken breast, garlic powder, and buffalo sauce for a buffalo chicken variation.
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What to serve with cottage cheese pizza dip
While you can certainly enjoy this low-carb pizza bowl with a spoon, however my favorite way to eat this is as a dip.
Below are some dippers you can use for dunking into this cottage cheese pizza bowl.
- Garlic Breadsticks
- Mozzarella Sticks
- Freshly Sliced Baguette
- Vegetable Sticks (Carrots, Celery, Cucumber)
- Pita Chips
- Tortilla Chips
- Parmesan Zucchini Fries
- Gluten-Free Crackers
Storage and reheating
If you somehow have leftovers (which is rare because they're so delicious!), store the cottage cheese bowl in an airtight container in the refrigerator. For more tips and tricks on how to store, you can read my article How Long Does Cottage Cheese Last In The Fridge?
Simply reheat in the oven for a quick and tasty meal.
Top tip
For the optimal texture, make sure you whip your cottage cheese. You can follow my simple recipe for blended cottage cheese.
FAQ
Sure thing! You can use full-fat, low-fat, or even lactose-free cottage cheese Experiment and find the one that suits your taste best.
You sure can. Just assemble everything and store them in the fridge until you are ready to bake.
Yes, use any type of pepperoni you like. You can use salami, hot salami, or turkey pepperoni.
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Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl
Ingredients
- 16 oz Cottage Cheese
- ½ teaspoon Dried Oregano divided
- ¼ cup Bell Pepper
- 1 cup Marinara Sauce
- 2-3 oz Pepperoni
- Parmesean Cheese to taste
- Grain-Free Tortilla Chips for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees f.
- Whip your cottage cheese in the food processor or by using an immersion blender.
- Place 4 mini ramekins or oven-safe bowls on a baking sheet, and cover the bottom of each ramekin with a quarter of the whipped cottage cheese.
- Sprinkle a little of your dried oregano on top of the cottage cheese, along with a quarter of the diced bell pepper. Next layer on the marinara sauce, dividing it between all 4 bowls.
- Top the marinara sauce with pepperoni slices and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, and everything is warmed through.
- Top with extra parmesan cheese and serve with grain-free tortilla chips, or sliced bell peppers for dipping!
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