Introduction

These Low-Carb Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowls offer a delicious and easy way to enjoy pizza flavors without the carbs. Perfect for a quick snack or light meal, they combine creamy cottage cheese with cheesy, savory toppings baked to bubbly perfection.

A white bowl holds three layers: the bottom layer is bright red tomato sauce with a smooth texture, the middle layer is shredded white cheese spread evenly on top of the sauce, and the top layer has four round, reddish-brown pepperoni slices arranged in a square pattern near the center. The bowl sits on a surface with a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat, your choice)
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/3 cup low-sugar marinara sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
12 mini pepperoni slices (or 6 regular, chopped)
Olive oil spray (for greasing ramekins)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Lightly spray your ramekins with olive oil spray to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Spoon about 1/3 cup of cottage cheese into the bottom of each ramekin, creating an even layer.
Step 3: Sprinkle garlic powder, dried oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes evenly over the cottage cheese.
Step 4: Add 1 to 1.5 tablespoons of low-sugar marinara sauce on top of the seasoned cottage cheese.
Step 5: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan cheese over the marinara layer.
Step 6: Place 4 mini pepperoni slices (or chopped regular slices) evenly on top of each ramekin.
Step 7: Bake the pizza bowls for 12 to 15 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.

Tips & Variations

Use full-fat cottage cheese for a creamier texture, or low-fat for a lighter option.
Add sliced olives or diced bell peppers for extra flavor and texture.
Swap pepperoni with cooked sausage or mushrooms to customize your pizza bowls.
For extra crispiness, broil the tops for 1-2 minutes after baking, watching closely to avoid burning.

Storage

Store any leftover pizza bowls covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a microwave or oven until warmed through and the cheese is bubbly. Avoid freezing, as the texture of cottage cheese may change.

How to Serve

Four white ceramic ramekins sit inside an oven on a metal rack, each filled with a mini pizza. The food has a base layer of golden brown cooked dough topped with smooth melted white cheese, covered with bright red tomato sauce peeking through in spots, and finished with evenly spaced dark red, slightly curled pepperoni slices, three to four on each mini pizza. The light from the oven gives the food a warm and appetizing glow. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular pizza sauce instead of low-sugar marinara?

Yes, you can use regular pizza sauce, but it may increase the carb content. Choose a low-sugar option if you want to keep this recipe low-carb.

Can these pizza bowls be made ahead of time?

You can prepare the ingredients in the ramekins ahead of time and store them in the fridge, then bake just before serving for best freshness and texture.

Low-Carb Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowls Recipe

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These Low-Carb Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowls offer a delicious and nutritious twist on traditional pizza, combining creamy cottage cheese with melted mozzarella, parmesan, and savory marinara sauce. Perfect for a quick, keto-friendly snack or light meal, these individual ramekin servings are topped with mini pepperoni slices and baked to bubbly perfection.

Author: Daniel
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 3 individual pizza bowls 1x
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Low Carb

Ingredients

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Cheese Base

1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat, your choice)
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Seasonings and Sauce

1/3 cup low-sugar marinara sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Toppings

12 mini pepperoni slices (or 6 regular, chopped)

Other

Olive oil spray (for greasing ramekins)

Instructions

Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Lightly spray your ramekins with olive oil spray to prevent sticking and prepare them for layering.
Layer Cottage Cheese: Spoon about 1/3 cup of cottage cheese into the bottom of each prepared ramekin, creating the base layer for your pizza bowls.
Add Seasonings: Evenly sprinkle garlic powder, dried oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes over the cottage cheese to infuse the bowls with flavor.
Spoon on Marinara: Add 1 to 1.5 tablespoons of low-sugar marinara sauce on top of the seasoned cottage cheese in each ramekin, spreading gently.
Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan cheese evenly over the marinara layer in each ramekin for a rich, cheesy topping.
Top with Pepperoni: Place 4 mini pepperoni slices on top of the cheese layer in each ramekin to add a savory finishing touch.
Bake: Place the ramekins in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.

Notes

Use full-fat cottage cheese for a richer flavor and creamier texture.
Low-sugar marinara helps keep this recipe low-carb and avoids excess sweetness.
Customize toppings by adding vegetables like sliced olives or bell peppers if desired.
To make this recipe vegetarian, omit pepperoni or substitute with plant-based pepperoni.
Allow bowls to cool a few minutes after baking as contents will be hot.

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