Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake Recipe
If you love pizza but want a healthier twist, this Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake Recipe is perfect for you. It has all the great pizza flavors but in a light and protein-rich form.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ cup sliced pepperoni
- ½ cup chopped bell peppers
- ½ cup sliced olives
Instructions
Mix the Base
- Combine cottage cheese, egg, salt, pepper and seasonings. Mix until smooth and creamy for baking.
Add the Cheese
- Add shredded mozzarella into the bowl. Stir well until everything mixes evenly and looks thick.
Spread in Dish
- Pour the mixture into your baking dish. Spread it smoothly so it bakes evenly and looks nice.
Add Pizza Sauce
- Spread pizza sauce on top of the cheese base. Cover evenly for that classic pizza taste.
Add Toppings
- Place pepperoni, peppers, and olives on top. Press them gently so they stay in place.
Bake the Dish
- Bake for thirty minutes at medium heat. Remove when cheese melts well and edges look golden.
Cool and Serve
- Let it cool for a few minutes. Slice and enjoy this warm, cheesy, pizza-style bake.
Notes
- Use low-fat cottage cheese for a lighter dish.
- Add extra cheese if you want a stronger pizza flavor.
- Try turkey pepperoni to reduce fat.
- Add mushrooms or onions for more flavor.
- Let it rest before slicing to keep shape firm.