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Air Fryer Cottage Cheese Pizza Bites 🍕💪 – Cheesy & High-Protein


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  • Author: Ava Mitchell

Ingredients

Ingredients (makes about 12 bites):
1 cup cottage cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup almond flour
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup pizza sauce
1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
1/4 cup chopped bell peppers
1/4 cup sliced olives


Instructions

Step 1: Mix the Base
In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese, shredded mozzarella, almond flour, Parmesan cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well mixed.

Step 2: Shape the Bites
Scoop the mixture and form small balls or patties, placing them on a plate.

Step 3: Air Fry
Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the pizza bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.

Step 4: Add Toppings
Remove the bites and top each with a spoonful of pizza sauce, a slice of pepperoni, bell peppers, and olives. Return to the air fryer for an additional 2 minutes to warm the toppings.

Notes


Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 12 min | Total: 22 min

Tips for Success:
Feel free to customize toppings with your favorite pizza ingredients. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.