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Easy Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust (Gluten-Free) Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 1 10-inch pizza
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Easy Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust recipe offers a delicious gluten-free alternative to traditional pizza dough, using cottage cheese and gluten-free flour to create a soft, flavorful base. Topped with marinara sauce, melted mozzarella, fresh basil, and optional cherry tomatoes, it’s a quick and simple way to enjoy a homemade pizza that’s both satisfying and suitable for gluten-sensitive diets.

Ingredients

For the Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust:

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup gluten-free 1:1 flour blend
  • 1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum (omit if your gluten-free flour blend already includes it)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Pizza Toppings:

  • 1/3 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves (for topping)
  • Cherry tomatoes (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Blend Cottage Cheese: In a blender or food processor, blend the cottage cheese until it becomes smooth and creamy to ensure a consistent dough texture.
  2. Prepare the Cottage Cheese Pizza Dough: In a large bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, xanthan gum (if using), salt, and baking powder. Make a well in the center and add the olive oil and blended cottage cheese. Mix together, then knead the dough gently with oiled hands until it forms a smooth, uniform ball. If the dough is sticky, lightly sprinkle with a bit more gluten-free flour to manage stickiness without drying it out. Let the dough rest for a few minutes to hydrate.
  3. Pre-Bake the Crust: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Lightly dust a sheet of parchment paper with gluten-free flour, then transfer your dough onto it. Shape the dough into your preferred pizza shape—circle or rectangle. Brush the surface with olive oil to promote browning and crispness. Bake in the oven for 7 to 8 minutes to pre-cook and set the crust.
  4. Add Toppings and Bake Again: Remove the crust from the oven carefully. Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the crust. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top and add cherry tomatoes if desired. Return the pizza to the oven for a few additional minutes until the cheese melts and turns golden and bubbly.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and top with fresh basil leaves for a bright, aromatic finish. Serve the pizza hot for the best flavor and texture experience.

Notes

  • If your gluten-free flour blend already contains xanthan gum, you can omit it from the recipe.
  • Be careful not to add too much extra gluten-free flour if the dough feels sticky; just a light sprinkle is enough to manage stickiness.
  • Pre-baking the crust helps it hold up to the toppings without becoming soggy.
  • Feel free to customize your toppings with your favorite pizza ingredients while keeping it gluten-free.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://myeasyplate.com/easy-cottage-cheese-pizza-crust-gluten-free-recipe/