Cottage Cheese Stuffed Crust Pizza (Crispy, Creamy & Protein-Rich)
Description
Cottage Cheese Stuffed Crust Pizza combines stretchy, melty cheese with the mild tang and creaminess of cottage cheese inside the crust. The result is a lighter yet rich stuffed crust that pairs perfectly with classic pizza sauce and your favorite toppings.
Time Required
Prep time: 20 minutes
Dough rising time: 1 hour
Cook time: 18–22 minutes
Total time: ~1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Ingredients
Pizza Dough
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup warm water
2¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp olive oil
(You can also use 500g store-bought pizza dough.)
Cottage Cheese Stuffed Crust
1 cup cottage cheese (drained well)
½ cup shredded mozzarella
2 tbsp grated parmesan (optional)
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp dried oregano
Pizza Toppings
½–¾ cup pizza sauce
1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Pepperoni, vegetables, cooked chicken, or toppings of choice
1 tsp olive oil (for brushing crust)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
In a bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Mix and knead 8–10 minutes until smooth.
Cover and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled.
(Skip if using ready-made dough.)
Step 2: Prepare Cottage Cheese Filling
Drain cottage cheese well to remove excess moisture.
Mix cottage cheese, mozzarella, parmesan, garlic powder, and oregano.
Set aside.
Step 3: Shape & Stuff the Crust
Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
Roll dough into a large circle (12–14 inches).
Spread cottage cheese mixture around the edges (about 1 inch from border).
Fold dough over filling and seal tightly to form stuffed crust.
Step 4: Add Sauce & Toppings
Spread pizza sauce over center.
Add shredded mozzarella and desired toppings.
Step 5: Bake
Brush crust lightly with olive oil.
Bake 18–22 minutes until crust is golden and cheese bubbly.
Cool 5 minutes before slicing.
Tips for Best Results
Drain cottage cheese thoroughly to avoid soggy crust.
Blend cottage cheese for smoother texture if desired.
Pre-bake crust 5 minutes for extra crispiness.
Add chili flakes or herbs inside crust for more flavor.
Variations
High-protein version: Use whole wheat dough + low-fat cottage cheese.
Veggie loaded: Mushrooms, olives, onions, bell peppers.
White sauce pizza: Replace tomato sauce with garlic cream sauce.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use low-fat cottage cheese?
Yes, but full-fat gives better flavor and creaminess.
Q: Why is my crust leaking?
The dough may not be sealed tightly or cottage cheese had too much moisture.
Q: Can I freeze it?
Yes — freeze baked pizza slices up to 2 months.
Q: Can I make without yeast?
Yes, use ready pizza dough or quick yogurt dough.
Estimated Nutrition (Per Slice)
Calories: ~290 kcal
Protein: 15g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fat: 11g
Calcium: High
Fiber: 2g