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Crispy High-Protein Cottage Cheese Flatbread Pizza

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A quick and healthy flatbread pizza with a crispy crust and protein-packed cottage cheese batter, perfect for busy weeknights and light meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (225g) low-fat small-curd cottage cheese
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup (90g) whole wheat flour (or all-purpose flour for lighter texture)
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp olive oil (plus extra for brushing the flatbread)
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) marinara or pizza sauce
  • 3/4 cup (85g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup (28g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves or dried Italian herbs (optional)
  • Vegetable toppings like sliced bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, or mushrooms (optional, about 1 cup total)
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Drizzle of olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside while the oven heats to get it hot.
  2. Blend 1 cup cottage cheese and 1 large egg in a blender or food processor until mostly smooth (about 30 seconds).
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup whole wheat flour, 1/2 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt.
  4. Add the blended cottage cheese mixture and 1 tsp olive oil to the dry ingredients. Stir gently until a soft, spreadable batter forms.
  5. Line a piece of parchment paper and spread the batter into a roughly 10-inch (25cm) circle about 1/4-inch thick. Smooth edges with a spoon or spatula.
  6. Transfer the parchment with batter onto the hot pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden and surface looks set.
  7. Remove flatbread from oven. Spread 1/2 cup marinara sauce evenly over crust, sprinkle 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella and 1/4 cup Parmesan, and add any veggies or herbs.
  8. Return to oven and bake for another 8-10 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
  9. Let pizza cool for a couple of minutes. Drizzle olive oil and sprinkle red pepper flakes if desired. Slice and serve.

Notes

Blending the cottage cheese ensures a smooth batter and crispy crust. Preheat the baking surface for best crispness. Avoid overloading toppings to keep crust crispy. Batter can be prepared up to 24 hours ahead and stored in the fridge. For dairy-free, substitute cottage cheese with thick unsweetened coconut yogurt and use vegan cheese. For gluten-free, use almond flour but expect a less crispy texture.

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