If you love the idea of pizza and Caesar salad colliding into one crispy, handheld situation, then you are going to absolutely lose it over this Viral Pepperoni Pizza Caesar Wrap. A cheesy, pepperoni-studded “shell” baked until golden and crispy acts as the wrap, and it gets filled with a creamy, high-protein Caesar salad that is so good, you’ll want to put it on everything. This is one of those viral food trends that is actually worth making, and I don’t say that lightly.

Two taco-shaped shells made from baked cheese and pepperoni, filled with chopped romaine lettuce and pieces of breaded chicken, are served on a white plate on a red-striped tablecloth. Bowls of ingredients surround the plate.

Friends, if you’ve been on the internet lately, then you’ve probably seen the pizza Caesar wrap making the rounds. I’ll be honest, I was skeptical at first. But then I made it, and I immediately understood the hype. The difference between my version and every other one floating around is my high-protein cottage cheese Caesar dressing.

The “wrap” itself is made from shredded mozzarella and pepperoni, baked together on a sheet pan until the cheese is crispy and the pepperoni is perfectly caramelized around the edges. It comes out of the oven like a little pizza disc, and once it firms up for a minute or two, you flip it over, load it up with Caesar salad, and fold it like a taco. It’s crunchy, cheesy, a little spicy from the pepperoni, and creamy from the dressing — every single bite has something going on.

And then there’s the dressing. I’ve shared my Cottage Cheese Caesar Dressing before, and if you haven’t made it yet, this is your sign. It’s made with cottage cheese, freshly grated parmesan, lemon juice, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and dijon mustard, and it gets blended up until it’s completely silky and smooth. It’s packed with protein, and it honestly tastes better than any store-bought Caesar dressing I’ve ever had. You’ll have leftovers, which I think of as a bonus — it keeps well in the fridge all week and is amazing on everything from salads to grain bowls.

Ingredients for a salad arranged on a table, including romaine lettuce, sliced pepperoni, cubed chicken, shredded cheese, lemon, garlic, cottage cheese, mustard, croutons, Parmesan, spices, and Worcestershire sauce. — To make this, you’ll need mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, romaine lettuce, rotisserie chicken, garlic croutons, cottage cheese, parmesan cheese, lemon, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and water.

A spoon pours creamy Caesar salad dressing into a glass, surrounded by ingredients like grated cheese, lettuce, lemon, mustard, black pepper, and a bowl of cottage cheese. — To make this, you’ll need mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, romaine lettuce, rotisserie chicken, garlic croutons, cottage cheese, parmesan cheese, lemon, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and water.

What You Need to Make This Viral Pepperoni Pizza Caesar Wrap

Shredded Mozzarella Cheese: \As it bakes, the mozzarella melts together and then crisps up around the edges, creating a sturdy, cheesy shell that holds all of the filling.
Pepperoni: Six slices of pepperoni pressed into the cheese before baking adds a salty, spiced kick and gets perfectly crispy in the oven.
Romaine Lettuce: Chopped romaine is the backbone of the Caesar salad filling. Its sturdy leaves hold up well against the dressing without getting soggy, which makes this a great option if you want to prep the components slightly ahead of time.
Rotisserie Chicken (Optional): Adding shredded rotisserie chicken is a great way to boost the protein content even further and make this wrap feel more like a complete meal. It’s totally optional, but highly recommended if you’re serving this for lunch or dinner.
Garlic Croutons (Optional): Croutons add a satisfying crunch to the Caesar salad filling. Toss them in right before assembling so they stay crispy.
Cottage Cheese: The base of the Caesar dressing, and the ingredient that makes it so creamy and high in protein. I love using Good Culture cottage cheese.
Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese: Freshly grated parmesan is key here. Pre-grated parmesan has a drier texture and tends to clump, while freshly grated melts into the dressing seamlessly and adds a sharper, nuttier flavor.
Lemon: Fresh lemon juice brightens the dressing and gives it that classic Caesar tang.
Garlic: Two cloves of fresh garlic give the dressing that sharp, punchy flavor that makes a Caesar dressing taste like a Caesar dressing.
Worcestershire Sauce: A little Worcestershire sauce adds depth and a subtle savory quality to the dressing.
Dijon Mustard: Dijon acts as an emulsifier in the dressing, helping everything blend together smoothly while adding a slight sharpness.
Kosher Salt & Ground Black Pepper: Simple seasonings that pull the whole dressing together. Taste as you go and adjust to your liking.
Water: Water thins the dressing to a pourable consistency. Start with 1/4 cup and add more as needed until you reach your desired texture.

A bowl of Caesar salad with chopped romaine lettuce, grilled chicken pieces, croutons, and creamy dressing, with a spoon resting inside and a hand holding the bowl. Lettuce, dressing, and a striped napkin are nearby. — While the cheese bakes, prepare the Caesar salad filling. Chop the romaine lettuce and add it to a bowl alongside the shredded rotisserie chicken and croutons, if using. Drizzle 2 to 3 tablespoons of the dressing over the top and toss to coat.

How to Make This Viral Pizza Caesar Wrap

To make this wrap, start by preparing the cottage cheese Caesar dressing. Add the cottage cheese, freshly grated parmesan, lemon juice, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, dijon mustard, kosher salt, ground black pepper, and water to a small blender. Blend until completely smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust any seasonings to your liking, then set it aside. You’ll have more dressing than you need for one wrap, which is a good thing — it keeps in the fridge for up to five days and is delicious on just about everything.

Next, preheat your oven to 400 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread the shredded mozzarella into a small circular round on the prepared baking sheet. Press the pepperoni slices on top, spacing them out evenly across the cheese. Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 15 to 16 minutes, until the edges are golden and crispy.

A hand places shredded cheese on a parchment-lined baking sheet, topped with slices of pepperoni arranged in a flower pattern. Bowls of shredded cheese, pepperoni, salad, and seasonings are nearby. — *Spread the shredded mozzarella into a small circular round on the prepared baking sheet. Press the pepperoni slices on top, spacing them out evenly across the cheese.*

A plate with a crispy cheese base topped with romaine lettuce, croutons, and grilled chicken pieces, resembling a deconstructed Caesar salad. A hand holds a spoon, adding more chicken to the plate. — *Spread the shredded mozzarella into a small circular round on the prepared baking sheet. Press the pepperoni slices on top, spacing them out evenly across the cheese.*

While the cheese bakes, prepare the Caesar salad filling. Chop the romaine lettuce and add it to a bowl alongside the shredded rotisserie chicken and croutons, if using. Drizzle 2 to 3 tablespoons of the dressing over the top and toss to coat. Once the cheese wrap comes out of the oven, allow it to sit for 1 to 2 minutes — this is important, because it lets the cheese firm up enough to hold its shape. Then, carefully flip the wrap over, add the dressed Caesar salad to the center, fold it like a taco, and enjoy immediately!

If you make this recipe, please be sure to leave a review and rating below! To see more recipes and behind the scenes, follow along on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube! I’m also now on Pinterest, so stop by and take a look at what’s new.