Keto Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl
Soft, melty, and bubbling with cheesy goodness, this keto-friendly cottage cheese pizza bowl recipe hits every pizza craving without the carbs. Whether you call it a pizza cottage cheese bowl, cottage cheese keto bowl, or just your new favorite breakfast, this high protein, low carb comfort dish comes together in under 5 minutes.
Made with full-fat small curd cottage cheese, fresh tomatoes (not marinara), gooey mozzarella cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder, this crustless pizza bowl delivers real pizza flavor in way less time.
You get 19 grams of protein, just 5g net carbs, and all your favorite keto pizza bowl toppings. It’s perfect for low carb breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
This Keto Pizza Bowl Recipe Is
Everything you love about pizza, without the dough or sugar crash.
- High protein, low carb, and blood sugar-friendly
- Quick to make in a microwave-safe bowl or oven-safe ramekin
- Made with simple ingredients like green peppers, black olives, and shredded mozzarella
- Delivers delicious pizza flavors with fewer carbs and less cleanup
- Great for meal prep, dipping with keto bread, or serving as a cottage cheese breakfast bowl
Watch how I make this in minutes! It’s like we’re cooking side-by-side in my kitchen!
Instructions
- Mix the cottage cheese with Italian seasoning and garlic powder in a microwave-safe bowl or oven-safe ramekin. Not a fan of the texture of cottage cheese? Blend it first to make a smoother pizza bowl cottage cheese mixture.
- Slice fresh tomatoes, bell peppers (or mini bell peppers), mushrooms, and black or green olives.
- Layer the raw vegetables over the cottage cheese mixture in your individual bowl.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Microwave for 90 seconds on high, or bake at 350°F (175°C) for 7-10 minutes until the cheese melts with a golden finish.
Optional: Try it in the air fryer for 5–7 minutes at 360°F for extra bubbly cheese on top.
Testing Notes
I kept the fresh tomato base instead of pizza sauce or marinara for a lighter, whole-food feel. You still get that keto cottage cheese pizza flavor without the extra carbs.
I also tested this with both full-fat and low-fat cottage cheese. Both work, but the full-fat version gives a richer, meltier texture in your cottage cheese keto pizza bowl.
Ingredient Swaps
- Add cooked ground beef, ground chicken, or Italian sausage for more grams of protein.
- Try feta cheese or Parmesan cheese instead of mozzarella for a flavor twist.
- Add fresh basil, red pepper flakes, or optional pepperoni slices to bring keto pizza with cottage cheese vibes.
- Make it spicy with your favorite toppings or bold seasonings.
Storage Tips
- Store leftovers (if any) in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the microwave, oven, or air fryer until the cheese melts again.
- Great for batch meal prep pizza bowls – just prep and stack individual bowls ahead of time.
Make It a Moment
Whether you’re kicking off the day or winding down, this keto friendly pizza bowl fits the vibe.
For Breakfast:
Start your morning strong with this high protein low carb cottage cheese breakfast bowl. Pair it with:
- 1-Ingredient Parmesan Cheese Chips for extra crunch
- Serve alongside a slice of Keto Cottage Cheese Mug Bread
For Pizza Night:
Craving a crustless, satisfying bite? This is your easy, low carb pizza bowl fix. Serve it with:
- Keto Garlic Bread with Crème Fraîche to mop up all the melted cheese
- Simple Roasted Cauliflower & Broccoli for a balanced plate
Conclusion
Whether you’re a long-time cottage cheese lover or a TikTok make-it-now type, this is one of those high protein cottage cheese pizza recipes that just makes sense.
It’s cozy, crustless, low-carb comfort food with simple ingredients and serious flavor. I’ve been keto since 2019, and this is still one of my favorite recipes using cottage cheese for pizza.
What are your favorite pizza toppings? Let me know in the comments.
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FAQ
What kind of bowl should I use?
Any microwave-safe bowl or oven-safe baking dish works. Just avoid plastic!
Can I add pizza sauce?
Fresh tomatoes are used here, but you can swap in 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce or marinara sauce if you prefer a more traditional cottage cheese pizza recipe feel.
Is this good for meal prep?
Yes! Build multiple cottage cheese pizza bowls ahead, store in the fridge in airtight containers, and reheat whenever you need a fast, filling meal.
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Keto Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl
Equipment
- 1 Knife
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (105 g) full-fat cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup (37 g) tomatoes
- 1/4 cup (37 g) bell pepper
- 1/4 cup (24 g) mushrooms
- 1 tablespoon olives
- 1/4 cup (28 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon (½ teaspoon) Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon (½ teaspoon) garlic powder
Watch the Video Instructions
Instructions
- Mix the cottage cheese with Italian seasoning and garlic powder in a microwave-safe bowl or oven-safe ramekin. Not a fan of the texture of cottage cheese? Blend it first to make a smoother pizza bowl cottage cheese mixture.1/2 cup full-fat cottage cheese, 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Slice fresh tomatoes, bell peppers (or mini bell peppers), mushrooms, and black or green olives.1/4 cup tomatoes, 1/4 cup bell pepper, 1/4 cup mushrooms, 1 tablespoon olives
- Layer the raw vegetables over the cottage cheese mixture in your individual bowl.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Microwave for 90 seconds on high, or bake at 350°F (175°C) for 7-10 minutes until the cheese melts with a golden finish.
- Optional: Try it in the air fryer for 5–7 minutes at 360°F for extra bubbly cheese on top.
Notes
- Add your favorite pizza toppings like turkey pepperoni, fresh basil, mini bell peppers, or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for more flavor.
- Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- This high protein low carb cottage cheese pizza bowl reheats beautifully in the microwave, oven, or air fryer until the cheese melts again.
- Great for meal prep or a quick keto-friendly pizza night.
Nutrition Per 1 (ONE) Serving
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