Crispy • Cheesy • 30g+ Protein • Easy Sheet Pan Recipe
📝 Quick Description
These Cottage Cheese Pizza Strips use a creamy blended cottage cheese base mixed with flour and egg to create a thick, soft, slightly crispy crust. It bakes into a golden, protein-packed pizza base that you slice into strips.
Perfect for:
• High-protein dinner
• Snack plate
• Meal prep
• Kid-friendly option
• Post-workout carbs + protein
⏱ Servings & Timing
• Serves: 4
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Bake Time: 20–25 minutes
• Total Time: 30–35 minutes
🛒 Ingredients
🧀 The 3 Main Ingredients (Crust)
• 1 cup full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese
• 1 cup self-rising flour
• 1 large egg
That’s it for the base.
🍅 Toppings (Recommended for Protein Boost)
• ½–¾ cup low-sugar pizza sauce
• 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella
• 2 tbsp grated parmesan
Optional add-ins:
• Turkey pepperoni
• Cooked lean ground beef
• Italian seasoning
• Garlic powder
👩🍳 Step-By-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Blend the Cottage Cheese
Add cottage cheese to blender.
Blend until completely smooth.
This step is key for a soft crust.
2️⃣ Make the Dough
In a mixing bowl combine:
• Blended cottage cheese
• Egg
• Self-rising flour
Mix until a sticky dough forms.
If too sticky → add 1–2 tbsp flour.
If too dry → add 1 tbsp yogurt or milk.
Knead lightly for 1–2 minutes until smooth.
3️⃣ Shape the Base
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line sheet pan with parchment paper.
Press dough into rectangle about ½ inch thick.
Use slightly wet hands to spread evenly.
4️⃣ Pre-Bake
Bake crust alone for 10–12 minutes.
It should look set and lightly golden.
This prevents soggy middle.
5️⃣ Add Sauce & Cheese
Remove from oven.
Spread pizza sauce evenly.
Add mozzarella and parmesan.
Optional: sprinkle garlic powder + Italian seasoning.
6️⃣ Final Bake
Return to oven for 8–10 minutes.
Broil 1–2 minutes for bubbly golden top.
Edges should be crispy.
7️⃣ Slice into Strips
Let cool 5 minutes.
Cut into thick strips or squares.
Serve warm.
💪 Nutrition (Approximate Per Serving – Plain Cheese)
Calories: 300–350
Protein: 30–35g
Carbs: 30–35g
Fat: 8–12g
Add lean meat → protein increases to 40g+ per serving.
🔥 Why This Is High-Protein
✔ Cottage cheese base
✔ Egg for structure + protein
✔ Part-skim mozzarella
✔ Controlled portions
✔ Balanced carb-to-protein ratio
Much higher protein than regular pizza crust.
🧊 Storage
Fridge: 4 days
Freezer: 1 month
Reheat in air fryer for best texture.
