Our repertoire of cream cheese recipes continues to grow, and we’ve added a new one to the list: cream cheese pizza. This dairy staple works wonders for creating a crispy, protein-packed pizza crust—all without the need to rise or knead the dough. You can top the crust with sauce and other toppings to make a delicious homemade pizza in under an hour. Chefs on TikTok are also raving about this pizza, as a whole pie can pack 50 grams of protein! Read on to learn how to make this dish the next time you’re craving pizza.
How Cottage Cheese Makes a Healthier Pizza Crust
A traditional yeast crust makes for a moist and delicious pizza. However, it can also add up to too many carbs and calories. The simple solution: Use cottage cheese for a light but crispy crust. One cup of this dairy product contains about 216 calories, 26 grams of protein, and 6 grams of carbohydrates. When eaten as part of a balanced diet, this cheese may promote heart health, weight loss, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. In addition to its low-carb, high-protein benefits, a cottage cheese crust is easy to make.
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The key to a crispy, golden pizza
Many white cheese pizza recipes simply use dairy and seasonings to make the crust. No flour, yeast, or water. To ensure the crust bakes properly, spread an even layer of cheese on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Then, bake the cheese until it begins to brown before adding the sauce and toppings. This step allows the cheese to form a solid crust, so it doesn’t get soggy from the toppings. Once the pizza is bubbling and golden, it’s ready to cool and enjoy.
How to make a white cheese pizza
TikToker @LainieCooks shares a simple cream cheese pizza recipe that she says “definitely satisfies any pizza craving!” A trio of cheeses (cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan) give this pie a crunchy yet gooey texture, which complements the hearty marinara sauce. The cheeses also provide the pizza with 50 grams of protein. For extra flavor, she suggests topping the pizza with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and fresh basil leaves once it’s out of the oven. (Click through for more cream cheese recipes, including chocolate pudding and homemade bread!)
White cheese pizza
Ingredients:
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1 cup cottage cheese
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¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
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2 to 3 tablespoons marinara sauce
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp Italian seasoning
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½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Directions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Place the cottage cheese in the center of the baking sheet. Spread it out in an even layer to form a round pizza shape. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese on top to evenly coat the top of the crust before adding the Italian seasoning and garlic powder.
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Bake for 40 minutes or until edges are golden brown.Note: Make sure to bake the crust long enough so that all the moisture is removed.)
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Remove crust from oven, add cheese and sauce. Continue baking for 5-10 minutes or until cheese is bubbly. Let cool slightly on baking sheet. Slice and enjoy!
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