Easy Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl (Viral TikTok Recipe) (2024)

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This easy Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl recipe is a low carb, high protein pizza night alternative. It’s deliciously cheesy and satisfies that pizza craving in just 2-3 minutes!

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Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl Recipe

If you’re a cottage cheese lover, you’re probably loving all of the viralcottage cheese recipeson TikTok.

Cottage Cheese QuesoandProtein Cookie Doughhave been my favorites, and now this cottage cheese pizza bowl recipe is too!

Making pizza bowls with cottage cheese as the base that’s topped with marinara, cheese, and your favorite toppings brings all the satisfying pizza flavors just without the traditional pizza crust. It’s a fabulous one-bowl recipe for an easy lunch or quick dinner.

Cottage cheese has always been one of my favorite snacks but lately it’s really gained in popularity. To be clear, I’m 100% here for it!

If you make this recipe, let me know in the comments what your favorite pizza toppings are and what other recipes with cottage cheese you’d like to see.

Enjoy!

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Pizza Bowl Ingredients

  • Low Fat Cottage Cheese
  • Marinara Sauce
  • Dried Italian Seasoning
  • Crushed Red Pepper Flakes, optional
  • Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese
  • Turkey Pepperoni Slices
  • Fresh Basil, optional

Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list in the recipe card below.

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  • Good Culture Cottage Cheese – 80
  • Rao’s Marinara Sauce – 25
  • Italian Seasoning – 0
  • Crushed Red Pepper Flakes – 1
  • Great Value Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese (28g) – 85
  • Hormel Turkey Pepperoni (17g) – 45
  • Fresh Basil – 0

Total Calories / Serving – 236

*The calories listed here are approximate and vary depending on specific products/brands used and whether measured by volume or by weight/grams.Calories were calculated usingLoseIt App.

As you can see, the total calories per serving varies slightly from the calories provided in the recipe card below, which uses a different nutrition calculator.

For the most accurate calorie count, weigh your ingredients before cooking using adigital kitchen scaleand use your favorite nutrition calculator.

Substitutions and Variations

Spices– Feel free to play with the spices and add more or less to your personal taste preference. Dried oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder are great additions.

Veggies –Add some veggies or black olives to bulk up the bowl and increase nutritional value. I recommend using pre-cooked veggies (like sautéed mushrooms, red or green peppers, and onion) or steamed broccoli. Since this pizza bowl is cooked in the microwave for minimal time, raw veggies will not have enough time to soften.

Protein –In addition to the cottage cheese and turkey pepperoni, you can increase your protein intake by adding cooked ground chicken, ground turkey, or ground beef. Italian chicken sausage is another great option.

Cheese –Part Skim Mozzarella is my go-to for cheese but using half mozzarella and half freshly grated parmesan cheese is a great option too. Or mix it up with different cheeses!

Sauce –I use Rao’s Marinara Sauce but you can also use pizza sauce, spaghetti sauce, or any tomato sauce that you have open in your fridge. This recipe is a great way to use up those random open sauce jars!

Please note, any ingredient substitutions you make will affect the total calorie count.

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Equipment You’ll Need to Make a Pizza Bowl

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How to Make Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowls

Step 1.Add the cottage cheese to a microwave safe bowl. Top with the marinara sauce, Italian Seasoning, crushed red pepper, and mozzarella cheese.

Step 2.Microwave for 30 seconds. Then stir the cottage cheese mixture and mix in the turkey pepperoni.

Step 3.Microwave for an additional 30 seconds (or more) until hot and the cheese melts.

Step 4.Garnish with fresh basil and serve with mini bell pepper halves or crostini made with keto bread/baguette.

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Pizza Bowl Serving Suggestions

You can serve this crustless pizza bowl recipe as is and eat it with a spoon! If you prefer to eat it as a cottage cheese pizza dip, serve it with some sliced mini bell peppers or whole grain crackers.

You could also make some low calorie chips with keto tortillas or slice some keto bread into quarters and bake them to make keto crostini.

I like to often like to eat this with a little side salad too.

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Storage and Meal Prep

This is a single-serve recipe so you won’t have leftovers. However, it’s a great recipe to meal prep.

To meal prep cottage cheese pizza bowls, just add your cottage cheese, sauce, spices, cheese, and pepperoni to a microwave safe airtight container. I always recommend usingglass meal prep containerswith recipes that contain red sauce.

Only meal prep the bowls up to 2 days ahead. Any longer than that and the cottage cheese will release too much water.

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Top Tips for Making Savory Cottage Cheese Bowls

  1. Choose the right cottage cheese. Different brands of cottage cheese contain varying amounts of liquid. I use Good Culture which isn’t too watery. Using cottage cheese with a higher moisture content will make the pizza bowls a little more runny.
  2. If you don’t like the texture of cottage cheese, blending cottage cheese with a food processor or blender will give it a smooth consistency. If you haven’t been a fan of cottage cheese previously, you may find that blended cottage cheese may be a game-changer.
  3. For best results, microwave the pizza bowls for more or less time depending on how hot you like your pizza bowls. All microwaves heat a little differently so exact times will be dependent on your microwave.
  4. No microwave? No problem! Bake the cottage cheese bowl in an oven-safe bowl or dish until bubbly or heat the mixture in a small non-stick pan on medium-low heat until hot, stirring frequently.
  5. Keep your sauce and mix-ins (if adding extra) low carb for a keto-friendly pizza.

Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below

If you tried and loved this recipe, please leave a comment and a star rating below!

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Easy Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl (Viral TikTok Recipe)

This easy Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl recipe is a low carb, high protein pizza night alternative. It’s deliciously cheesy and satisfies that pizza craving in under 10 minutes!

5 from 43 votes

Print Pin Rate

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Diet: Low Calorie

Keyword: cottage cheese recipes, pizza bowl

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 2 minutes minutes

Servings: 1

Calories: 217kcal

Author: Sharon Lachendro

Equipment

Ingredients

  • ½ cup Low Fat Cottage Cheese, see notes
  • ¼ cup Marinara Sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes, see notes
  • ¼ cup Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese
  • 8 slices Turkey Pepperoni, diced
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped Fresh Basil, optional

Instructions

  • Add the cottage cheese to a microwave safe bowl. Top with the marinara sauce, Italian Seasoning, crushed red pepper, and mozzarella cheese.

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  • Microwave for 30 seconds. Then stir the cottage cheese mixture and mix in the turkey pepperoni.

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  • Microwave for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute (or more) until hot and the mozzarella cheese is melted.

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  • Garnish with fresh basil and serve with mini bell pepper halves or crostini made with keto bread/baguette.

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Notes

  1. Read the post for tasty variations and helpful tips to make this recipe.
  2. I used Good Culture 2% cottage cheese.
  3. Add more crushed red pepper for more spice or omit if you prefer it without.
  4. Calories are approximate. Please use your own nutrition calculator for the most accurate results, measuring your ingredients in grams.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 217kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 1213mg | Potassium: 392mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 677IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 289mg | Iron: 1mg

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FAQs

Why is my cottage cheese bowl runny? ›

Higher-fat cottage cheeses will be substantially creamier, so if this is what you're accustomed to, you may notice any liquid whey release more as it will change the consistency of the surrounding liquid from creamy to watery.

How many calories are in a cottage cheese pizza bowl? ›

My version of the pizza inspired cottage cheese bowl comes to about 350 calories and 30 grams of protein. Which is the perfect makeup of a healthy and satisfying lunch for me.

How to use cottage cheese for weight loss? ›

You can cut calories and fat from your diet and promote healthy weight loss by substituting cottage cheese for other foods. Here are some suggestions: Add cottage cheese to your morning smoothie. Top cottage cheese with fresh berries, mango, or pineapple for a healthy snack.

What can you add to cottage cheese to make it taste better? ›

SAVORY
  1. Veggies. Tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and avocado: pretty much whatever suits your fancy. And a drizzle of olive oil.
  2. Seeds and nuts. Stir in your favorites together or separately.
  3. Grains. Quinoa, anyone?
  4. Salsa. You decide: mild, medium or hot! Or try hot sauce.
  5. Eggs. Plus salt and pepper.
  6. Crumbled bacon. Yum!

How to make cottage cheese more liquidy? ›

Blended, or whipped cottage cheese is made by simply placing cottage cheese in a food processor or high-speed blender, and blending it for anywhere from 30 seconds to a minute or two, depending on your desired consistency. The longer you blend, the thinner it will get.

What is the liquid in cottage cheese called? ›

If you answered cottage cheese, you're right. The curd is the lumps and the whey is the liquid. While it may not sound very appetizing, cottage cheese has some health benefits to consider. Cottage cheese starts out with pasteurized nonfat milk.

Is a bowl of cottage cheese healthy? ›

A half-cup of full-fat cottage cheese also packs 14 percent of the daily value for phosphorous, which your body uses to process energy, nearly a third of your body's need for vitamin B12, a nutrient that helps keep nerves and blood cells healthy, and about 8 percent of your daily calcium requirement.

Is cottage cheese good for you? ›

It's high in many nutrients, including protein, B vitamins, and minerals like calcium, selenium, and phosphorus. If you're looking to lose weight or build muscle, cottage cheese is among the most beneficial foods you can eat.

How many carbs in a bowl of cottage cheese? ›

Cottage cheese and keto
Type of cottage cheeseCaloriesCarbs
2% Reduced fat815 grams
1% Reduced fat723 grams
Nonfat727 grams
Low fat with pineapple and cherry9713 grams
2 more rows
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Why does cottage cheese burn belly fat? ›

What is in cottage cheese that burns fat? Cottage cheese itself does not burn fat. But it is high in protein, with 25 grams per one cup serving. Fat is burned through exercise and moving your body.

What does cottage cheese do for your stomach? ›

Besides the reasons outlined above, cottage cheese may help with gut health. Since it is often fermented, (a process that helps remove the cheese curds from the liquid) cottage cheese may contain “good” bacteria called probiotics. Snodgrass says probiotics are “crucial” to good digestion.

Will I lose weight if I eat cottage cheese everyday? ›

A research study indicates that cottage cheese weight loss is consistent with the weight loss people experience when they follow low-calorie diets rich in calcium and other dairy foods.

What spice is good in cottage cheese? ›

Ingredients
  • 2 cups 1% cottage cheese.
  • 1 tablespoon minced chives.
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder.
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • 1/8 teaspoon celery seed.
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
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What is healthier yogurt or cottage cheese? ›

Of the two, cottage cheese is the fattest. Full-fat cottage cheese contains 8 grams of fat, low-fat cottage cheese 0.1 gram of fat. Low-fat yogurt contains less, namely only 0.1 grams of fat, and full-fat yogurt contains 3 grams of fat.

How to thicken up cottage cheese? ›

You can add a small amount of Greek yogurt or sour cream to the whipped cottage cheese and blend it together to thicken it up. Adding Greek yogurt can get the cottage cheese to be a lot smoother and even in consistency, making it perfect for dips and spreads.

Is it normal for cottage cheese to be runny? ›

Why Does Cottage Cheese Get Watery? As cottage cheese ages, or if it's been exposed to warm temperatures, the curds tend to separate from the whey, forming a soupy appearance.

How do you remove the liquid from cottage cheese? ›

One is to simply put cottage cheese in a colander and rinse it well to remove the extra dairy and then let it dry.

How do you thicken cottage cheese? ›

You can add a small amount of Greek yogurt or sour cream to the whipped cottage cheese and blend it together to thicken it up. Adding Greek yogurt can get the cottage cheese to be a lot smoother and even in consistency, making it perfect for dips and spreads.

Why are my cottage cheese eggs watery? ›

If your cottage cheese eggs seem watery, it could be due to the moisture content in the cottage cheese. To avoid this, try draining any excess liquid from the cottage cheese before adding it to the eggs. Alternatively, you may just need to cook the eggs for a bit longer to evaporate extra moisture.

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