High Protein Pizza Recipe | Joyful Healthy Eats

Why This Protein Pizza Is the Best

This high protein pizza is incredibly satisfying thanks to that extra protein from the cottage cheese. And since it’s made with traditional toppings, it doesn’t taste like health food at all. It’s almost too good to be true!

• High protein. This recipe delivers a hearty dose of protein thanks to the cottage cheese crust, which is much more filling than a traditional crust that’s just empty carbs.
• Quick and easy. The crust is a breeze to make and if you prep a few crusts in advance and stash them in the freezer for pizza night, you can get a high protein pizza on the table in just 10 minutes.
• Kid-friendly. I promise, your kids will not realize they’re eating a healthier version of pizza!

What You’ll Need

This high protein pizza recipe requires just a few ingredients. Scroll down to the recipe card to find the ingredient quantities and recipe instructions.

• Cottage cheese pizza crust – The base for all the pizza deliciousness.
• Pizza sauce – Rao’s is my favorite, but use whatever you like. Don’t swap in marinara or pasta sauce, which isn’t as thick and will make your crust soggy.
• Shredded mozzarella cheese – The classic! I like shredding my own because it’s meltier that way.
• Pepperoni – Use turkey pepperoni for a lighter option.

How to Make High Protein Pizza

If you’ve ever made your own pizza before, you know the drill! Here’s what you’ll need to do.

• Prepare. Preheat your oven to 425°F. Make the cottage cheese pizza crust according to recipe directions.
• Add the toppings. Spread the pizza sauce over the crust, then top with mozzarella and pepperoni.
• Bake. Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Slice and enjoy.

Variations

You can top this high protein pizza however you like; just don’t overload the crust with toppings or it will get soggy. Less is more here!

• Other proteins. Cooked chicken, crumbled sausage, ham (don’t forget the pineapple!), or bacon.
• Veggies. Sliced mushrooms, onions, green onions, olives, spinach.
• Different cheeses. Fresh mozzarella slices, dollops of ricotta, asiago.
• Alternate sauces. Homemade Basil Pesto, Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce, barbecue sauce.

Storage and Reheating

• Refrigerator: Store leftover slices of protein pizza in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individually wrapped slices or whole unbaked pizzas for up to 2 months. 
• To reheat: Warm the pizza in a 375°F oven or air fryer. The microwave works too, but the crust will be softer.