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A close-up, top-down shot of a rustic, homemade cottage cheese pizza crust, showcasing its crispy golden texture and pools of melted mozzarella.

Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust: The Ultimate Guide to a Crispy, High-Protein Base

Discover how to make a cottage cheese pizza crust that's genuinely crispy, golden-brown, and packed with protein. This easy, blender recipe creates a delicious and sturdy base perfect for all your favorite pizza toppings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 455
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup (225g) Full-Fat Cottage Cheese
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1/4 cup (30g) All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/4 cup (25g) Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) Pizza Sauce
  • 1 cup (112g) Shredded Low-Moisture Mozzarella
  • 1 handful Fresh Basil Leaves for garnish
  • 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Food Processor or Blender
  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Parchment Paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine the cottage cheese and egg. Blend until completely smooth. Add the all-purpose flour, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pulse until just combined.
  3. Spoon the batter onto the center of the prepared parchment paper and spread into a 10-12 inch circle. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the surface is dry and the edges are golden-brown.
  4. Remove the crust from the oven. Spread the pizza sauce over the crust, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  5. Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and melted.
  6. Let the pizza cool for a few minutes, then top with fresh basil leaves and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Don't Use Low-Fat Cottage Cheese: Full-fat is essential for the best flavor and a tender texture.
The Pre-Bake is Non-Negotiable: This is the secret to a crispy crust.
Spread it Thin: A thinner crust will be crispier.
Rest Before Slicing: Letting the pizza rest for 3-5 minutes allows the crust to set up.