Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake Recipe
This Pizza Style Cottage Cheese Bake is a deliciously savory, low-carb dish that combines creamy cottage cheese with gooey mozzarella, spicy turkey pepperoni, and aromatic Italian seasonings. Baked to golden perfection, it makes a perfect snack, appetizer, or light meal, especially when served with marinara sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- 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 and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the bake.
- Mix Cottage Cheese and Eggs: In a large bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese and eggs until the mixture is smooth and well combined, forming the base of the bake.
- Add Cheeses and Seasonings: Stir in the shredded mozzarella, most of the mini turkey pepperoni slices (saving some for topping), grated parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to distribute all ingredients evenly.
- Assemble in Baking Dish: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and evenly spread it. Top the mixture with the reserved mini turkey pepperoni slices for an appealing finish.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the bake is set in the center and the cheese is bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bake to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm, optionally accompanied by marinara sauce for dipping to enhance the pizza flavor profile.
Notes
- You can substitute turkey pepperoni with regular pepperoni or a vegetarian alternative.
- For a lower fat version, use low-fat cottage cheese and reduce the amount of mozzarella.
- Adding chopped fresh basil or oregano on top before baking can add extra herbaceous flavor.
- This bake freezes well—store cooled leftovers in an airtight container and freeze for up to 2 months.
- Ensure the bake is set and not jiggly before removing it from the oven for best texture.
Keywords: cottage cheese bake, turkey pepperoni bake, low carb pizza bake, mozzarella cheese casserole, easy baked casserole
