Description
This Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake is a high-protein, low-carb dinner featuring cottage cheese, mozzarella, turkey pepperoni, and Italian seasonings. It’s a quick and easy one-dish meal with all the flavors of pizza in a healthier, comforting form.
Ingredients
2 cups cottage cheese
3 large eggs
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup mini turkey pepperoni slices
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk the cottage cheese and eggs together until smooth.
- Stir in the mozzarella, most of the turkey pepperoni (reserve some for topping), parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining pepperoni slices.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, until set and golden brown on top.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with marinara sauce if desired.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, swap turkey pepperoni with sautéed vegetables like bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms.
Use reduced-fat cheeses for a lighter option.
Ricotta can be used instead of cottage cheese for a creamier texture.
This recipe is naturally gluten-free.
Make ahead: Prepare and refrigerate before baking, or freeze for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
