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Bubbling cottage cheese pizza bowl with browned mozzarella, mini pepperoni and basil in a shallow cream ramekin.; title text reads Creamy Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl Recipe
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Creamy Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl Recipe

A creamy high-protein cottage cheese pizza bowl with pepperoni, marinara and a base that does not turn watery.
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting 3 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Italian American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups full-fat cottage cheese drain visible whey
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup thick marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella
  • 1/4 cup mini turkey pepperoni
  • 2 tablespoons finely diced bell pepper optional
  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Two 12-ounce oven-safe ramekins
  • Sheet pan

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 425°F and place two ramekins on a sheet pan.
  2. Blend cottage cheese, Italian seasoning and garlic powder until mostly smooth.
  3. Divide the base between ramekins, spoon marinara over it and add mozzarella, pepperoni, pepper and Parmesan.
  4. Bake 9 to 12 minutes until bubbling at the edge.
  5. Broil only if the dishes are broiler-safe, watching constantly for 30 to 60 seconds.
  6. Rest 3 minutes so the hot cheese thickens before eating.

Notes

  • Read relevant ingredient labels and the manual for any appliance used.
  • Begin checking at the early end of the time range.
  • USDA lists 160°F for eggs and 165°F for casseroles and poultry; use a thermometer when safety certainty matters.
  • This recipe was developed through culinary research and editorial review.