High-Protein Cottage Cheese Mini Pizzas (Easy Healthy Recipe)
If you love pizza but want something a little lighter and more filling, these high-protein cottage cheese mini pizzas are such a great recipe to keep on hand.
The dough is made with cottage cheese, eggs, and cheese, creating soft and satisfying mini pizza bases that are naturally higher in protein than traditional pizza dough. Topped with passata, turkey, cherry tomatoes, and melted mozzarella, they come out golden, cheesy, and incredibly delicious.
These mini pizzas are perfect for lunch, a quick dinner, or a savory snack. I love finishing them with crumbled feta and fresh basil for a simple café-style touch.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- high in protein and surprisingly satisfying
- made with simple everyday ingredients
- perfect for lunch, dinner, or a healthy snack
- easy to customize with your favorite toppings
- meal-prep friendly
- soft, cheesy, and full of flavor
- great for both adults and kids
🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need
These high-protein cottage cheese mini pizzas come together with simple ingredients:
For the dough:
- cottage cheese
- eggs
- grated semi-hard cheese
- flour
For the topping:
- passata
- olive oil
- dried oregano
- dried basil
- cherry tomatoes
- smoked turkey
- mozzarella
Optional:
- feta cheese
- fresh basil
- red onion
How to Make High-Protein Cottage Cheese Mini Pizzas
If your cottage cheese has large curds, blend it until smooth.
In a large bowl, combine 450 g cottage cheese, 2 eggs, 60 g grated cheese, and 50 g flour. Mix until a soft dough forms.
Lightly flour a plate or work surface. Divide the dough into 8 portions and shape each one into a round.
Transfer the rounds to a parchment-lined baking tray and gently flatten them with the back of a spoon. Create a small indentation in the center of each mini pizza.
In a small bowl, combine 4–5 tablespoons passata, 1 teaspoon olive oil, dried oregano, and dried basil. Taste and season with salt if needed. Spread the sauce over each mini pizza.
Top with smoked turkey, halved cherry tomatoes, and grated mozzarella.
Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 25–30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the edges are lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
Finish with crumbled feta and fresh basil before serving.
Tips for the Best Cottage Cheese Mini Pizzas
- Blend the cottage cheese for a smoother dough
- Lightly flour your hands if the dough feels sticky
- Don’t make the pizza bases too thin
- Season the sauce before adding it to the pizzas
- Add fresh basil after baking for the best flavor
- Let the pizzas cool for a few minutes before serving
Variations and Add-Ins
These healthy mini pizzas are easy to customize:
- add thinly sliced red onion
- swap turkey for chicken
- use ham instead of turkey
- add mushrooms or bell peppers
- top with extra feta cheese
- add chili flakes for a little heat
FAQ
Are these cottage cheese mini pizzas high in protein?
Yes. Cottage cheese, eggs, turkey, and cheese all add protein, making these mini pizzas a filling and satisfying meal.
Can I make them ahead of time?
Yes. Store them in the refrigerator and reheat before serving.
Can I freeze cottage cheese mini pizzas?
Yes. Let them cool completely, then freeze in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
What other toppings work well?
Red onion, mushrooms, peppers, olives, and extra herbs all work beautifully.
Can I use another type of cheese?
Absolutely. Cheddar, Gouda, or a pizza cheese blend all work well in this recipe.
Looking for another cottage cheese recipe?
If you enjoy baking with cottage cheese, try these Crispy Cottage Cheese Breakfast Wraps with Strawberries and Banana. They’re golden, crispy, and filled with fresh fruit for an easy café-style breakfast.
High-Protein Cottage Cheese Mini Pizzas (Easy Healthy Recipe)
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 450 g cottage cheese
- 2 eggs
- 60 g grated cheese
- 50 g all-purpose flour
- extra flour for shaping
For the Topping:
- 4 –5 tbsp passata
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 7 –8 cherry tomatoes halved
- smoked turkey slices to taste
- grated mozzarella to taste
Optional:
- crumbled feta cheese
- fresh basil
- thinly sliced red onion
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- If needed, blend the cottage cheese until smooth.
- Mix 450 g cottage cheese, 2 eggs, 60 g grated cheese, and 50 g flour until combined.
- Divide the dough into 8 portions and shape into rounds using a little flour.
- Place on the baking tray and flatten slightly with a spoon, creating a small indentation in the center.
- Mix passata, olive oil, and Italian seasoning.
- Spread the sauce over each mini pizza.
- Top with turkey, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden.
- Cool slightly, then top with feta and fresh basil if desired.
Notes
Lightly flour your hands if the dough is sticky.
Red onion works beautifully as an extra topping.
Best served warm.
Great for meal prep and high-protein snacks.
