Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake – Easy Protein-Packed Dinner Recipe
This Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake is an easy, protein-packed dinner that combines creamy cottage cheese, gooey mozzarella, and savory turkey pepperoni baked to golden perfection. It’s a low-carb, satisfying meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup mini turkey pepperoni slices
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Seasonings
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare dish. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Whisk cottage cheese and eggs. In a large bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese and eggs until the mixture is smooth and combined, which ensures a creamy bake.
- Mix in cheeses and seasonings. Stir in the shredded mozzarella, most of the mini turkey pepperoni slices (reserve some for topping), grated parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly distributed.
- Transfer to baking dish and add topping. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Evenly arrange the remaining turkey pepperoni slices on top to create a visually appealing pizza style finish.
- Bake until set and golden. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the bake is set, and the cheese is bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Cool and serve. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm, ideally with a side of marinara sauce for dipping to enhance the pizza flavors.
Notes
- You can substitute turkey pepperoni with regular pepperoni or any favored sausage for different flavors.
- For extra veggies, add chopped bell peppers or onions into the mixture before baking.
- Make sure to let the bake cool slightly for easier slicing and better texture.
- This dish can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
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