Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust

If deep-dish pizza and a buttery biscuit had a baby, this Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust would be it. It’s thick, golden, and sturdy enough to pile on the toppings, but also soft and almost melt-in-your-mouth buttery in the best way possible.

And the best part? It’s loaded with protein. As usual, thanks to whipped cottage cheese! This crust has the perfect balance of crispy edges, a tender, slightly chewy center, and enough structure to hold up under layers of melty cheese and sauce.

So if you’re craving a buttery, rich, deep-dish-style pizza that feels indulgent but sneaks in a little extra balance, this one’s for you.

That Buttery, Crispy-Edged Goodness

You know that moment when you bite into a pizza crust and it’s just… meh? It holds the toppings, it does its job, but it’s not really the star?

This is not that crust.

This crust is the kind you know you’re going back for before you even finish the rest of your slice. It bakes up with crisp, golden edges that have just the right amount of crunch when you bite in, but the inside stays soft, rich, and slightly buttery. The cottage cheese adds moisture and density, making the whole thing taste way more flavorful than a standard pizza dough.

It’s giving:
✔ Flaky, buttery texture without feeling greasy
✔ Lacy, golden brown edges
✔ Soft, chewy center that makes every bite count

And unlike some high-protein crusts that end up dry or rubbery (no, thanks), this one actually tastes like something you want to eat.

How to Make Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust

It comes together fast and easy, no yeast or fancy techniques required.

1. Whip the cottage cheese – Just a quick blitz in the food processer to smooth it out.
2. Mix the dough – Stir together the whipped cottage cheese, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Press it into a pan – This is deep-dish style, so a cast iron skillet or deep pizza pan works best.
4. Load it up and bake – Sauce, cheese, whatever you’re into. Back in the oven until bubbly and golden.

Toppings That Pair Well With a Buttery Crust

Because this Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust has a little extra richness to it, it pairs really well with bold, flavorful toppings. A few favorites:

🔥 Garlicky white pizza – Ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, and roasted garlic.
🌿 Veggie-loaded – Mushrooms, spinach, caramelized onions, and fresh basil.
🥩 Buffalo chicken – Spicy buffalo sauce, shredded chicken, and red onion.
🍅 Classic deep-dish – Crushed tomatoes, mozzarella, and crumbled sausage.

Honestly, though? Even just sauce and cheese is enough. The crust has so much flavor, you don’t have to go overboard.

Make-Ahead & Storage Tips

If you want to prep ahead, you can make the dough and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking. Just press it into the pan when you’re ready to cook.

Once baked, leftovers keep well in the fridge. To reheat, pop it in a 375°F oven for about 5 minutes—this crisps the edges back up so it tastes fresh again.

Since it’s a higher moisture crust, freezing isn’t the best option. Fresh is where it’s at.

A Crust That’s Worth Every Bite

This Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust is buttery, crispy-edged, soft in the center, and sturdy enough to pile on the toppings. It’s high-protein, but it doesn’t feel like a “healthier swap.”

It’s just really, really good pizza crust.

So grab your toppings, preheat that oven, make it happen, and then leave us a comment telling us about it. You’re going to want leftovers.

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