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The Ultimate High-Protein Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust: Crispy, Low-Carb, and Ready Fast

Close-up of a thick, golden-brown cottage cheese pizza crust, sliced open to show the texture, topped with sauce and melted cheese.
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You need this easy cottage cheese pizza crust recipe for a high-protein, low-carb dinner. It skips yeast and kneading, bakes up sturdy, and is ready quickly for your weeknight pizza night.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup self-rising flour (or all-purpose flour plus 1/2 tsp baking powder)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Place the cottage cheese and egg into a food processor or blender. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth, resembling a thick batter. Stop and scrape down the sides as needed.
  3. Add the flour and salt to the smooth cottage cheese mixture. Pulse or blend just until combined into a thick dough. Do not overmix.
  4. Transfer the dough to the center of the prepared baking sheet. Place another piece of parchment paper on top of the dough.
  5. Use a rolling pin or your hands to press the dough out into a 10-inch circle or rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick. Remove the top layer of parchment paper.
  6. Bake the crust plain for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges start to look set and lightly golden.
  7. Remove the crust from the oven. Add your favorite pizza sauce, cheese, and toppings.
  8. Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust edges are crisp.
  9. For an air fryer option, press the dough into a 7-inch round, place it on a small piece of parchment paper, and cook at 375°F (190°C) for 8 minutes. Flip, top, and cook for another 4-6 minutes.

Notes

  • For a crispier crust, you can bake the crust for an extra 3-5 minutes before adding toppings.
  • If you do not have self-rising flour, mix 1/2 cup all-purpose flour with 1/2 teaspoon baking powder and a pinch of salt, then add it to the wet ingredients.
  • This crust holds toppings well, but avoid overloading it with very wet ingredients to keep the center sturdy.

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Find it online: https://purecookingjoy.com/cottage-cheese-pizza-crust-recipe/

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