More protein, less flour, just as delicious

Pizza and a conscious lifestyle go great together — if you know where to make smart adjustments. This cottage cheese pizza is the perfect example. By using cottage cheese as a base, you create a light, protein-rich crust with less flour and more satiety. The result? A pizza that feels just as comforting, but fits better within a balanced daily routine.

Cottage cheese is known for its high protein content and mild, creamy flavor. In this recipe it forms the base for a surprisingly sturdy crust that you can top however you like: classic Italian, herby, spicy or vegetarian. Ideal as a quick lunch, light dinner or as a high-protein alternative when you crave pizza without the heavy feeling afterwards.

Ingredients

(for 2 small pizzas or 1 medium)

For the crust

• 200 g cottage cheese

• 2 eggs

• 40 g grated mozzarella

• 2 tbsp flour or oat flour

• 1 tsp Mamma Mia Italian herbs

• Pinch salt

• Black pepper to taste

For the topping (savory & spicy example)

• 3–4 tbsp tomato sauce (spread thin)

• ½ zucchini, thinly sliced

• ½ red bell pepper, cut into strips

• Extra mozzarella or grated cheese

• Fresh basil or oregano

Optional for extra flavor:

• Drizzle low calorie Beasty BBQ or Cheating Chili sauce

• Extra Italian herbs or chili flakes

Method

Step 1 – Preheat oven

Preheat the oven to 200°C (top and bottom heat). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 2 – Make the batter

Mix cottage cheese, eggs, mozzarella, flour, herbs, salt and pepper in a bowl.
Want a smoother crust? Blend briefly with an immersion blender.

Step 3 – Shape the crust

Spread the mixture on the baking tray into a round pizza crust about 0.5–1 cm thick. The thinner you spread it, the crispier the final result.

Step 4 – Par-bake

Bake the crust 15–18 minutes until golden brown and firm.
This is important: fully cook first before adding toppings.

Step 5 – Top

Remove the crust from the oven, spread thinly with tomato sauce and distribute the toppings.

Step 6 – Finish baking

Bake another 8–10 minutes until the cheese is melted and the edge becomes lightly crisp.

Step 7 – Finish

Garnish with fresh herbs and optionally a light drizzle of sauce for extra flavor.

Airfryer Variant

• Preheat the airfryer to 180°C

• Bake the crust 10–12 minutes

• Add toppings

• Bake another 5–6 minutes

Ideal for individual mini pizzas.

Serving tip

Cut into slices and serve with a fresh salad.
Want it extra flavorful but light? Choose a thin drizzle of a low calorie garlic or chili sauce for that little extra without many extra calories.

3 FAQ

1. Will the crust really get crispy?
Yes, especially if you spread it thin and par-bake well.

2. Can I omit the flour?
You can, but the crust will be a bit softer. A tablespoon of almond flour also works well as an alternative.

3. Can I prepare the crust in advance?
Yes. You can keep the par-baked crust in the fridge for up to 2 days and finish baking later with toppings.