Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust

Many of you have made our 5 Star Homemade Pizza Dough! Because of the simple ingredients and how delicious it is. This Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust is just as delicious but is packed with protein.

Cottage Cheese has gone viral with the many ways you can add this simple ingredient to many recipes. If you have leftover cottage cheese try it in these delicious recipes such as Cottage Cheese Queso, Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip, Cottage Cheese Pancakes, Cottage Cheese Flatbread and Egg Casserole with Cottage Cheese and they are all kid approved.

Why Cottage Cheese Works in Pizza Crust?

Adding in more protein into your diet is as simple as adding in cottage cheese to traditional pizza crusts recipes. It worked really well in this pizza crust recipe because it gave my family’s favorite food high protein content, adds moisture and is bursting with flavor.

It binds well with the other ingredients which helps to create a sturdy crust to add your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

• All Purpose Flour – You can use self-rising flour instead of the all purpose flour, baking powder and salt if you prefer.  
• Baking Powder – Leavening agent
• Salt – Kosher Salt or Regular Salt can be used
• Cottage Cheese – We like using low curd cottage cheese
• Pizza Sauce – Use jar pizza sauce or you can make Homemade Pizza Sauce Recipe. You can even use marinara sauce
• Shredded Mozzarella Cheese – We recommend using cheese that you shred from bulk cheese
• Pizza Toppings – Add your favorite pizza toppings such as slice mushrooms, bell peppers, fresh basil, red onions, tomatoes, spinach and black olives

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How to Make Pizza Crust with Cottage Cheese

Step 1 – In a large bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder and salt.  

Step 2 – Mix in the cottage cheese with a spatula or wooden spoon.  Continue to blend the cottage cheese mixture with your hands until a ball of dough is formed. Knead the dough for approximately 20 minutes.

Step 3 – Place the dough in a mixing bowl. Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for 10-15 minutes. 

Step 4 – Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Place the dough on a floured surface and roll the dough out with a rolling pin into a circle until it’s approximately ¼-⅛ inch thick. 

Step 5 – Then transfer the dough to a pizza pan or baking sheet. Bake the crust for 7 minutes. 

Step 6 – Remove from the oven, top with the pizza sauce with back of a spoon, sprinkle with shredded cheese, turkey pepperoni and any other pizza toppings you would prefer. 

• Step 7 – Bake for 15-16 more minutes until the edges of the crust are golden brown.  
• Step 8 – Remove from the oven. Let the pizza rest for 5 minutes and then it’s ready to slice, serve with parmesan cheese and enjoy! 

Recipe Tips

• Preparing the Dough – Combine the ingredients until dough forms. Make to allow the dough to rest before rolling it into your pizza crust. I like to let the pizza crust rest for a few minutes before adding the pizza toppings.
• Baking Crust – Cooking time will vary when baking the crust. You may need to adjust the time depending on your oven and the size of your crust.
• Baking Sheet – For easy cleanup I like to add parchment paper to the pizza pan.

Variations Ideas

• Gluten-Free – If you prefer a gluten free crust or low carb, substitute the flour with almond flour. The texture of the crust will be slightly softer.
• Mini Pizzas – When I am making these for my kids friends, I like to make the crust into mini pizza so everyone can add their favorite toppings.
• Make Ahead – Save time and make your pizza ahead of time then store in the fridge.
• Seasoning – Feel free to add in your 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, Italian Seasoning, black pepper, oregano or onion powder dough for more flavor.
• Greek Yogurt – If you are out of cottage cheese, substitute with plain Greek Yogurt.

Storage and Reheating Tips

• Storing – Refrigerate any leftover pizza covered or in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days.
• Freezing – Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust can be placed in the freezer after it has been baked. We do recommend freezing without the toppings after wrapping with plastic wrap. Place in a freezer safe container and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight when ready to serve.
• Reheating – Reheat the leftovers in a preheated oven at 400 degrees until warm and crisp. You can also reheat in the air fryer or microwave until heated.