Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl Recipe

Introduction

This Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl is a quick and easy twist on traditional pizza, perfect for a cozy meal that’s both satisfying and full of flavor. Combining creamy cottage cheese with classic pizza toppings, this recipe is ideal when you want pizza without the fuss of dough.

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup cottage cheese
• 1/4 cup mozzarella, grated
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (add more to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 cup marinara sauce
• 1 slice ham, diced (20g)
• 1 pineapple ring, diced (30g)
• 1 tablespoon mozzarella, grated (for topping)
• 1 slice bread (or croutons/pita chips, or skip it)
• Pinch of red chili flakes (to garnish, optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small or medium heat-safe bowl, combine the cottage cheese, grated mozzarella, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Mix well until evenly blended.
2. Step 2: Spread the marinara sauce on top of the cheese mixture, then add the remaining mozzarella and your toppings of choice—diced ham and pineapple work great.
3. Step 3: Cook the bowl in the microwave on high for 2 minutes, or in the air fryer at 180°C (355°F) for 5 minutes, or in the oven at 180°C (355°F) for 10 minutes. The cheese should melt fully and turn slightly golden.
4. Step 4: While the pizza bowl cooks, toast a slice of bread and cut it into small squares. If using an air fryer, place the bread squares in the basket beside the bowl for toasting.
5. Step 5: When cooked, carefully remove from heat, top with the cubed toast, sprinkle with red chili flakes if desired, and enjoy immediately.

Tips & Variations

• Swap ham and pineapple for your favorite pizza toppings like pepperoni, mushrooms, or olives for a personalized flavor.
• Use croutons or pita chips instead of bread for a crunchier topping.
• Adjust garlic powder and Italian seasoning to your taste for more aromatic depth.
• For a vegetarian version, omit the ham and add extra veggies such as bell peppers or spinach.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven to avoid drying out the cottage cheese. For best texture, enjoy fresh.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular cheese instead of cottage cheese?

Cottage cheese provides a creamy, high-protein base that’s different from regular cheese. You can substitute with ricotta for a similar texture, but avoid harder cheeses as the texture and moisture content will change.

Is this recipe suitable for gluten-free diets?

The main bowl is gluten-free, but be sure to use gluten-free bread or skip the bread topping if you need to avoid gluten completely.

Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl Recipe

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This Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl offers a quick and delicious twist on traditional pizza by combining creamy cottage cheese, mozzarella, savory ham, and sweet pineapple in a single bowl. Perfect for a light meal or snack, it provides the comforting flavors of pizza with minimal prep and cooking time using the microwave, air fryer, or oven.

• Author: Sienna
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 10 minutes
• Yield: 1 serving 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: Air Frying
• Cuisine: Italian-inspired

Ingredients

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Cheese Mixture

• 3/4 cup cottage cheese
• 1/4 cup mozzarella, grated
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (add more to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Toppings

• 1/2 cup marinara sauce
• 1 slice ham, diced (20g)
• 1 pineapple ring, diced (30g)
• 1 tablespoon mozzarella, grated (for topping)

Accompaniments

• 1 slice bread (or croutons/pita chips, or optional to skip)
• Pinch of red chili flakes (to garnish, optional)

Instructions

1. Mix the cheese base: In a small or medium heat-safe bowl, combine the cottage cheese, grated mozzarella, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Stir thoroughly to blend all ingredients evenly.
2. Add toppings: Spread the marinara sauce evenly on top of the cheese mixture. Then sprinkle the additional grated mozzarella, followed by your choice of toppings such as the diced ham and pineapple.
3. Cook the bowl: Heat the prepared bowl using one of the following methods until the cheese melts and becomes slightly golden: microwave on high for 2 minutes; air fryer at 180°C (355°F) for 5 minutes; or oven at 180°C (355°F) for 10 minutes.
4. Prepare the bread: While the pizza bowl is cooking, toast a slice of bread until crisp. Cut the toast into small squares. If using an air fryer for cooking, you can place the bread squares beside the bowl in the air fryer basket to toast them simultaneously.
5. Serve: Carefully remove the hot pizza bowl from your chosen cooking appliance. Top with the cubed toast and optionally sprinkle with red chili flakes for a spicy kick. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

• You can substitute the slice of bread with croutons or pita chips according to your preference or skip it for a gluten-free option.
• Adjust the amount of garlic powder and Italian seasoning to suit your taste.
• Other toppings like pepperoni, bell peppers, or olives can be added for variety.
• Use low-fat or full-fat cottage cheese depending on your dietary needs.
• Be cautious when removing the bowl after cooking as it will be hot.
• Microwave, air fryer, or oven can be used depending on availability and preference.

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