20g Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust Bowls
A nutritious twist on classic pizza, these Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust Bowls are protein-packed and gluten-free, perfect for a healthy indulgence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1/2 cup diced vegetables (bell peppers, onions, mushrooms)
- 1/2 cup cooked protein (turkey bacon, chicken ham, or chicken)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a muffin tin with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Combine the cottage cheese, almond flour, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Divide the mixture evenly into the muffin tin, pressing down to form small bowls.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes until golden and firming up.
- Add pizza sauce, vegetables, and proteins to each bowl, then sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg