Viral Cottage Cheese Flatbread Pizza Recipe
This viral cottage cheese flatbread pizza offers a low-carb, protein-packed twist on traditional pizza by using a creamy cottage cheese base for the crust. Blended with eggs and flavorful herbs, the crust is baked until golden and topped with classic pizza sauce, melted cheese, and pepperoni for a delicious, guilt-friendly meal perfect for pizza lovers seeking a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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Flatbread Crust
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian herb mix
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Toppings
- 2/3 cup pizza sauce
- 3.5 ounces grated cheese (Gouda, Edam, or mozzarella)
- 2 ounces pepperoni
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (180°C) to prepare it for baking the flatbread crust.
- Blend Crust Ingredients: In a blender, combine cottage cheese, eggs, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and Italian herb mix. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined, forming the batter for your flatbread crust.
- Form Flatbread: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Pour the blended mixture onto the sheet and spread it into a thin, even circle shape to form the flatbread base.
- Bake Crust: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 30 minutes or until the flatbread has turned golden brown and is cooked through.
- Increase Oven Temperature: After the crust is baked, increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for melting the cheese topping.
- Add Pizza Toppings: Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the baked flatbread. Sprinkle the grated cheese over the sauce, then add the pepperoni slices on top.
- Bake with Toppings: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
Notes
- For a crispier crust, consider spreading the flatbread mixture thinner before baking.
- You can substitute pepperoni with your favorite pizza toppings such as mushrooms, bell peppers, or olives for a vegetarian option.
- Use low-fat cottage cheese for a lighter version, or full-fat for richer taste.
- Make sure to blend the crust mixture until very smooth to ensure a uniform flatbread texture.
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