Description
Bite-sized, high-protein pizzas made with a cottage cheese base and topped with fresh mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and basil.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (blended smooth)
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup almond flour (or oat flour for non-keto)
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- Pinch of salt
- ½ cup pizza sauce or marinara
- ½ cup fresh mozzarella (sliced or shredded)
- Cherry tomatoes, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- Drizzle of olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Blend cottage cheese until smooth. Stir in egg, almond flour, Italian seasoning, and salt until thick batter forms.
- Spoon 2–3 tbsp batter per pizzetta onto parchment, spreading into small rounds.
- Bake crusts 15–18 minutes until firm and golden.
- Spread with sauce, layer mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and a touch of olive oil.
- Return to oven for 5–7 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Top with fresh basil and enjoy warm.
Notes
Store cooled pizzettas in an airtight container in the fridge up to 4 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5–8 minutes to restore crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American