Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl (Low Carb, High Protein, Viral TikTok Recipe) Recipe
This Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl is a low-carb, high-protein twist on classic pizza, perfect for keto diets and quick meals. Ready in just 25 minutes, this crustless pizza bowl combines creamy cottage cheese, savory marinara, melted mozzarella, and flavorful toppings for a satisfying dinner or lunch option. Ideal for meal prep and easy weeknight dinners, it delivers all the familiar pizza flavors without the carbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Italian
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1/3 cup Full Fat Cottage Cheese
- 1/3 cup Low Carb Marinara Sauce
- 1/8 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- 1/3 cup Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese
- 8 mini Pepperoni slices
- 1 tablespoon browned ground beef
- 1 teaspoon finely diced bell pepper (any color)
- 1 teaspoon finely diced onion
Instructions
- Prepare the ramekin: Grease a 5.25″ ramekin or similar oven-safe bowl to prevent sticking.
- Layer cottage cheese: Spoon the full fat cottage cheese evenly across the bottom of the ramekin, spreading it out smoothly.
- Add marinara sauce: Pour the low carb marinara sauce over the cottage cheese layer, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle cheese: Scatter about two-thirds of the part skim mozzarella cheese evenly over the marinara sauce.
- Add toppings: Distribute the browned ground beef, mini pepperoni slices, diced bell pepper, and diced onion evenly on top of the cheese.
- Top with remaining cheese: Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the toppings to create a nice melted layer.
- Season: Sprinkle Italian seasoning and optional crushed red pepper flakes evenly over the top for added flavor.
- Bake: Place the ramekin on a baking sheet to catch any drips, then bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Optional broil for browning: For a browned cheese top, broil for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and let cool a few minutes before serving as the contents will be very hot.
Notes
- Swap marinara sauce for pesto or Alfredo sauce to vary the flavor profile.
- Blend the cottage cheese before assembling if you prefer a smoother texture.
- Add additional proteins like sausage or grilled chicken for an extra protein boost.
- Make it vegetarian by omitting meat and increasing your favorite vegetables as toppings.
- Store leftovers covered in airtight containers in the fridge for 3-4 days; avoid freezing due to texture changes in cottage cheese.
- Reheat leftovers in the microwave loosely covered or rewarm in the oven or air fryer at 350°F with foil to prevent burning.
- Using a baking sheet under the ramekin helps prevent spills in your oven.
