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A cauliflower crust pizza topped with melted mozzarella cheese, pepperoni slices, and fresh basil leaves. The pizza is placed on a round marble board, with a pizza cutter nearby. Surrounding the pizza are bowls containing spices and fresh basil.
gluten-free/Grain Free/Nut Free/Refined Sugar Free

High Protein Pepperoni Pizza (Cottage Cheese Crust)

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Nicole Modic
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
SERVES 2 Servings
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Say goodbye to boring, sad, low-carb pizza recipes and hello to the ooey-gooey healthy pizza of your dreams! My High Protein Pepperoni Pizza is not only gluten-free and grain-free, but it is packed with protein thanks to the cottage cheese crust. But, don't let that stop you from making this recipe: this pizza is deliciously-comforting and picky kid-approved!

Equipment

  • 1 Blender or Food Processor I love to prepare this recipe in my Vitamix blender - however, you can also use a food processor, if you prefer.
  • 1 Baking Sheet A good baking sheet is a staple in any kitchen!

Ingredients

For the Pizza Crust

  • 1 ¼ Cups Full-Fat Cottage Cheese
  • Cup Coconut Flour
  • 3 Tablespoons Ground Flaxseed Meal
  • 1 Teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • ¼ Teaspoon Ground Black Pepper

For the Toppings

  • ¼ Cup Pizza Sauce
  • Cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 10 Slices Pepperoni
  • Fresh Basil chopped

Instructions

  • To make this pizza, start by preheating your oven to 400 F.
  • Next, prepare the pizza crust. In a food processor or blender, add the cottage cheese, coconut flour, flaxseed meal, Italian seasoning, and ground black pepper.
  • Pulse or blend to combine until the ingredients form a thick paste.
  • Next, line a baking sheet with parchment paper and carefully transfer the paste to it.
  • Use your hands to gently press the paste into a round, thin, 8-inch circle. If it starts to stick to your hands, add a little bit of oil to them before working it into a circle.
  • Once the mixture has formed a flat pizza crust, transfer it into the oven and allow it to bake for 20 minutes, or until the edges are golden.
  • When the crust is done baking, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool for 5 minutes.
  • Add a very thin layer of pizza sauce to the crust, spreading it out evenly. Then, add the mozzarella cheese and pepperoni slices on top of the crust.
  • Transfer the pizza back to the oven and allow it to bake for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese has fully melted and browned evenly.
  • Once the pizza is done, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool for another 5-6 minutes.
  • Then, slice, serve immediately, and enjoy!
Calories: 386kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 879mg | Potassium: 370mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 461IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 253mg | Iron: 2mg

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