Crispy 3-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust – Better Than Takeout
Make the best crispy, homemade pizza crust with just 3 ingredients – cottage cheese, flour, and egg. This lighter, better-than-takeout version is ready in 20 minutes. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to a perfect crust is to roll it thin and use a hot oven. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Delicious Chicken Bacon Ranch Pinwheels and Baked Salmon with Lemon Caper Butter.
Why This Crispy 3-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Light and crispy texture
- Ready in just 20 minutes
- Better than takeout taste
- Easy to customize with your favorite toppings
What You'll Need for Crispy 3-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust – Better Than Takeout
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
- Optional: Pizza sauce
- Optional: Shredded cheese
- Optional: Your favorite toppings
📝 Ingredient Notes
- cottage cheese: Ensure it's plain, full-fat cottage cheese for the best texture.
- all-purpose flour: You can also use a gluten-free flour blend.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
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How to Make Crispy 3-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust – Better Than Takeout
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet inside.
- Step 2: In a food processor, blend cottage cheese, flour, egg, salt, garlic powder (if using), and Italian seasoning (if using) until a smooth dough forms.
- Step 3: Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead briefly. Divide into 2 equal pieces and shape into balls.
- Step 4: Using a rolling pin, roll out each ball into a thin, 12-inch circle. Transfer to a piece of parchment paper.
- Step 5: Transfer the parchment and dough to the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Step 6: Remove from oven and add your desired sauce, cheese, and toppings. Return to oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Step 7: Let pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy 3-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust – Better Than Takeout
- Common mistake and fix: Avoid overworking the dough to prevent a tough crust. If the dough is too sticky, add a bit more flour.
- Pro tip: For a crispier crust, brush the edges of the dough with a little olive oil before adding toppings.
- Pro tip: To make ahead, prepare the dough and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before rolling out.
Storing & Reheating Crispy 3-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust – Better Than Takeout
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover pizza in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the dough up to 24 hours ahead. Let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before rolling out.
Freezing Crispy 3-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust – Better Than Takeout
Freeze baked, uncut pizza for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 375°F (190°C) oven for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. For best results, use the oven method.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the cottage cheese with an equal amount of ricotta cheese.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the dough up to 24 hours ahead. Let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before rolling out.
- Scaling: This recipe makes 2 medium pizzas. To make one large pizza, double the dough ingredients and roll out into a 16-inch circle.
- Troubleshooting: If the dough is too sticky, add a bit more flour. If it's too dry, add a teaspoon of water and knead briefly.
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Crispy 3-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust – Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
Seasonings
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
Optional Toppings
- Pizza sauce
- Shredded cheese
- Your favorite toppings
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet inside.
- Step 2: In a food processor, blend cottage cheese, flour, egg, salt, garlic powder (if using), and Italian seasoning (if using) until a smooth dough forms.
- Step 3: Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead briefly. Divide into 2 equal pieces and shape into balls.
- Step 4: Using a rolling pin, roll out each ball into a thin, 12-inch circle. Transfer to a piece of parchment paper.
- Step 5: Transfer the parchment and dough to the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Step 6: Remove from oven and add your desired sauce, cheese, and toppings. Return to oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Step 7: Let pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the cottage cheese with an equal amount of ricotta cheese.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the dough up to 24 hours ahead. Let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before rolling out.
- Scaling: This recipe makes 2 medium pizzas. To make one large pizza, double the dough ingredients and roll out into a 16-inch circle.
- Troubleshooting: If the dough is too sticky, add a bit more flour. If it's too dry, add a teaspoon of water and knead briefly.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover pizza in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze baked, uncut pizza for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 375°F (190°C) oven for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. For best results, use the oven method.
- Make ahead: Prepare the dough up to 24 hours ahead. Let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before rolling out.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 14g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Cholesterol: 80mg
- Sat. Fat: 4g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy 3-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust – Better Than Takeout FAQs
Overworking the dough can cause a tough crust. Be sure to knead it only briefly and avoid adding too much flour.
Yes, you can prepare the dough and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours. Let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before rolling out.
An inverted baking sheet works well as a substitute for a pizza stone.
Yes, you can freeze baked, uncut pizza for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Ensure your oven is hot enough (475°F/245°C) and that you're using a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet for even heat distribution.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy 3-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
