Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl (single serve!)
Published 4/28/2025
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This Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl recipe is low-carb, high-protein (21g to be exact!), and deliciously satisfying! They are perfect for a quick lunch or dinner option when craving pizza with extra protein and no crust. Customize ’em with your favorite toppings for even more flavor.
Listen, my kiddo could eat pizza every single day, but obviously I like to mix things up a bit with flavors and textures. My solution? This cottage cheese pizza bowl! They satisfy Gus’ pizza cravings (and mine!). And guess what? They’ll be ready to eat in 15 minutes, and pack 21g of protein per serving.
Assemble, bake, and serve. That’s all folks. I like to serve mine with crusty bread for dippin’, which is obviously #toddlerapproved.
List for My Pizza Bowl Recipe (Only 5 Ingredients!)
- 2% cottage cheese: High in protein and low in carbs, cottage cheese serves as the perfect base for these pizza bowls.
- Pizza sauce: Use your favorite pizza sauce for that classic pizza flavor.
- Italian seasoning: Give your cottage cheese bowl some Italian flare with some Italian seasoning.
- Shredded mozzarella cheese: Because what’s pizza without cheese?
- Sliced pepperoni: A staple pizza topping! Mmmm.
Can I use marinara sauce instead of pizza sauce?
Yes! Marinara sauce can be used in place of pizza sauce for these savory cottage cheese bowls.
Delicious Add-Ins
Like any pizza, you can add whatever toppings you’d like to these cottage cheese pizza bowls. For example, ¼ cup of vegetables can be added to this recipe in step 2. We tried minced bell pepper and onions, but you can use whichever vegetables you prefer. You can also add cooked ground beef, turkey, or chicken for added protein and flavor.
Other Cottage Cheese Bowl Varieties
If you’re not a fan of pizza (um… what?) or want to switch things up, there are plenty of other options for cottage cheese bowl recipes. Here are a few ideas that I like to make in my own kitchen:
Mexican-style: Use salsa and Mexican seasoning instead of pizza sauce and Italian seasoning. Top with black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese.
Greek-style: Replace pizza sauce with hummus and add Mediterranean toppings like olives, feta cheese, and cucumber slices.
Breakfast bowls: Skip the pizza sauce and add cooked breakfast meats like bacon, sausage, or ham. Top with scrambled eggs and shredded cheese for a hearty morning meal.
Veggie delight: Load up on your favorite vegetables by using a variety of toppings like mushrooms, spinach, zucchini, and bell peppers. Add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for an extra kick of flavor.
Storage Directions
These cottage cheese pizza bowls can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.
What to Serve with Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowls
Looking for some side dish ideas to serve with your cottage cheese bowls? Pizza and salad are a classic combo, so why not try this with my Grilled Caesar Salad with Grilled Croutons or Massaged Kale Fennel Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette?
Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ cup 2% cottage cheese
- ¼ cup pizza sauce, any kind
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ ounce sliced pepperoni
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425℉.
- Place the cottage cheese, pizza sauce, and Italian seasoning in a bowl and mix to combine. Transfer to an oven-safe single-serve container.
- Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and sliced pepperoni.
- Bake at 425℉ for 10 minutes.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before eating.
Tips & Notes
- ¼ cup of vegetables can be added to this recipe in step 2. We tried minced bell pepper and onions.
- Marinara sauce can be used in place of pizza sauce.
Watch It
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Photography: photos taken in this post are by Erin from The Wooden Skillet.
