Description
When the pizza craving hits—but you still want to feel energized, satisfied, and proud of your choice—this bowl is the answer. It delivers melty cheese, tangy sauce, and savory toppings in a high-protein, low-effort form that comes together in about 15 minutes.
Ingredients
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¾ cup cottage cheese (full-fat for best texture, low-fat works)
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¼ cup marinara or pizza sauce
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¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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5–6 slices turkey pepperoni or 2–3 tbsp cooked sausage crumbles
Optional Toppings
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Chopped bell peppers
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Mushrooms (sautéed first for best flavor)
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Red onion
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Black olives
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Fresh basil
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Red chili flakes
Optional Seasoning (recommended)
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Pinch garlic powder
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Pinch dried oregano or Italian seasoning
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Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Lightly grease a small oven-safe bowl or ramekin.
Spread cottage cheese evenly in the bowl.
Season lightly with garlic powder, oregano, and black pepper.
Spoon marinara over the cottage cheese and gently spread, leaving a small border.
Sprinkle mozzarella evenly over the sauce.
Top with pepperoni and any additional toppings.
Place the bowl on a small baking sheet and bake 10–12 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.
Let rest 2–3 minutes.
Top with fresh basil and chili flakes.
Eat straight from the bowl—no shame, no plates needed.
Notes
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Full-fat cottage cheese = creamiest texture
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Drain cottage cheese briefly if it’s very watery
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Don’t overmix—layering keeps it rich
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Always let it rest before eating (lava cheese is real)