Cottage Cheese Pizza Bites
These 30-minute cottage cheese pizza bites are a delicious and nutritious twist on classic pizza, perfect for snacks, appetizers, or light meals.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese Drain well to avoid excess moisture.
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour For gluten-free, substitute with a gluten-free flour blend.
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce or your favorite tomato sauce.
- to taste assorted toppings (bell peppers, onions, olives, pepperoni) Customize to your preference.
- to grease olive oil For greasing the baking sheet.
- for garnish fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking sheet with olive oil.
- In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, oregano, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them a few inches apart.
- Use your thumb to create a small indentation in the center of each bite to hold the sauce and toppings.
- Add a small spoonful of marinara sauce to each indented bite.
- Top with your favorite toppings, distributing them evenly across all the bites.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.
Serving
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
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Notes
For variety, experiment with different toppings and cheeses. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.