If you loved my Cottage Cheese Sweet Potato Bowls with Hot Honey, then you’re going to be obsessed with these Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowls. They’re cheesy, satisfying, and ready in just minutes—whether you use the microwave, oven, or air fryer.
Each bowl has only about 270 calories and a whopping 23g of protein, making them a perfect quick lunch, weeknight dinner, or even meal-prep option. The best part? They’re endlessly customizable! Keep them veggie with toppings like cherry tomatoes and olives, or load up on extra protein with deli meats, chicken, or even tofu. No wonder they’ve been blowing up on TikTok lately—these bowls are the ultimate healthy, high-protein comfort food.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup marinara sauce
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Chili flakes, to taste
- Fresh basil, for topping
- Optional toppings: olives, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, shredded chicken, pepperoni, etc.
How to Make Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowls
Step 1 – Build the base:
Spoon ½ cup cottage cheese into each of two small bowls.
Step 2 – Mix in flavor:
Stir in a little mozzarella, ½ tsp thyme, a pinch of garlic powder, and 2 tbsp marinara sauce. Don’t overmix—just enough to combine.
Step 3 – First heat-up:
Microwave each bowl for 1 minute to start warming things through.
Step 4 – Top it off:
Add 1 more tbsp marinara and a sprinkle of mozzarella on top. Microwave for another 1 minute until the cheese is melted and gooey.
Step 5 – Finish & garnish:
Top with chili flakes, fresh basil, and any extras you love—like olives, cherry tomatoes, or spinach.
Oven or Air Fryer Method
Prefer not to use the microwave? Follow the same steps, then bake or air fry at 350°F (160°C) for 5–7 minutes until hot, bubbly, and golden on top.
Recipe Tips
- Smooth or chunky: Blend the cottage cheese first if you prefer a creamy, uniform base.
- Use the right bowl: Microwave-, oven-, or air fryer-safe bowls (like ceramic or glass) work best.
- Meal prep friendly: Assemble ahead of time, cover, and refrigerate. Just heat when ready to eat!
- Mix up your cheese: Mozzarella is classic, but Parmesan, provolone, or cheddar all work too.
Nutrition (per bowl)
- Calories: 270
- Protein: 23g
- Carbs: 10g
- Fat: 16g
Why You’ll Love These Pizza Bowls
✅ High protein, low effort
✅ Ready in under 10 minutes
✅ Totally customizable
✅ Cheesy, flavorful, and satisfying
If you’re craving pizza but want something lighter and protein-packed, these Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowls will hit the spot. They’re simple enough for a quick weekday lunch but also fun for meal prep. Try them once—you’ll definitely make them again and again!