These Crispy Cottage Cheese Pizza Shards are crunchy, cheesy, and packed with protein—basically pizza vibes in snack form. Baked until golden and crisp, they’re perfect for dipping, snacking, or satisfying that salty-cheesy craving without the carbs.
Servings & Timing:
- Yield: ~10 shards
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Bake Time: 15–20 minutes
- Total Time: ~30 minutes
Ingredients List:
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup almond flour
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup marinara sauce, for dipping
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. -
Mix
In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese, almond flour, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. -
Spread
Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet, forming a rectangle about ¼-inch thick. Smooth the surface for even crisping. -
Bake
Bake for 15–20 minutes, until edges are golden and crisp. -
Cool & Slice
Let cool slightly, then cut into shard-like pieces. -
Serve
Serve warm or cooled with marinara sauce for dipping.
Additional Notes:
- Crispier Texture: Bake a few extra minutes or broil briefly at the end
- Flavor Boost: Add chili flakes or everything-bagel seasoning
- Storage: Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored refrigerated up to 2 days
- Reheating: Reheat in oven or air fryer to restore crispiness
Approximate Nutrition (Per Shard):
- Calories: ~80
- Protein: ~7 g
- Fat: ~5 g
- Net Carbs: ~2 g
