Cottage Cheese Pizza Dip is a true crowd-pleaser that’s guaranteed to satisfy everyone with its creamy texture, savory toppings, and endless customization options, this dip is sure to become a staple recipe at your house.
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Cottage Cheese Pizza Dip
Another win and great way to use cottage cheese. After my Cottage Cheese Ice Cream and Cottage Cheese Queso Dip I thought I had really done it all…. until this Cottage Cheese Pizza Dip.
I saw someone make a cottage cheese pizza bowl recipe on social media, and I thought it was a brilliant idea but I wanted it bigger and better, turning it from a single serving cottage cheese bowl to to a full on cottage cheese pizza dip.
(Although I found it is easy enough to reheat if you are just making it for yourself, have a single serving today and save for the rest for a serving tomorrow.)
This delicious dip is full of creamy cottage cheese, layered with sauce, mozzarella, and toppings like pepperoni. It is a great snack for the family and even better for events with friends like game day and parties.
The beauty of this recipe is that you can make it the delicious flavors you love by adding your favorite pizza toppings. You can start with pepperoni of course but feel free to add extra italian seasoning blend, green bell peppers, black olives, heck you could even add ham and pineapple if that is what you love.
Ingredients
- Cottage Cheese – I prefer the taste and flavor of a full fat cottage cheese but you can use either full fat cottage cheese or low-fat cottage cheese in this recipe.
- Mozzarella Cheese – The mozzarella cheese makes a great cheesy and stringy dip.
- Marinara Sauce – I like marinara sauce in this dip for the flavor but you can easily use a cup pizza sauce as well, you could even make your own 5 Minute Pizza Sauce.
- Mini Pepperoni – Okay so it doesn’t have to be mini pepperoni (although it is so much fun), feel free to use regular or turkey pepperoni.
- Italian Seasoning – Most stores will have an option of an Italian Seasoning you can buy, or you can also make some Homemade Italian Seasoning.
For a complete detailed list of the ingredients continue towards the bottom of the page.
Instructions
Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400º F to ensure it’s nice and hot for baking.
Blend Cottage Cheese: Using either an immersion blender or a stand blender, blend the cottage cheese until it reaches a smooth consistency. Add the Italian seasoning and blend until fully incorporated.
Prepare Casserole Dish: Transfer the smooth blended cottage cheese into a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish. Spread the creamy cottage cheese mixture evenly along the bottom to create a solid base for your dip.
Add Marinara Sauce: Spoon the marinara sauce over the cottage cheese layer, ensuring it covers the entire surface. Use the back of a spoon to gently spread the sauce evenly.
Top with Cheese and Pepperoni: Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the marinara sauce. Then, generously scatter the mini pepperoni on top of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
Bake: Carefully transfer the casserole dish to the preheated oven and bake for approximately 15 minutes, or until the cheese melts and edges of the hot pizza dip are bubbly.
Rest and Serve: Once baked to perfection, remove the dip from the oven and let it rest for about 3 minutes. Serve with your favorite dippers, such as tortilla chips or crisp veggies, and get ready to dive in!
tips, tricks and questions
Can I use a different type of cheese instead of mozzarella?
Absolutely! Feel free to experiment with different cheeses to suit your taste preferences. Cheddar, provolone, parmesan cheese, or even a blend of cheeses can work wonderfully in this recipe.
How can I store leftovers, and can I reheat them?
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply place the desired portion in the microwave or bake in the oven at 400º F until heated through.
Can I make this dip ahead of time and bake it later?
Yes, you can assemble the dip ahead of time and refrigerate it until you’re ready to bake. Just be sure to adjust the baking time accordingly, as chilled dip may require a few extra minutes in the oven.
Is there a vegetarian version of this recipe?
Absolutely! Simply omit the mini pepperoni or replace it with your favorite vegetarian-friendly alternative, such as diced mushrooms or vegetarian sausage crumbles.
Can I use homemade marinara sauce instead of store-bought?
Of course! Homemade marinara sauce can be used you can also use a more traditional pizza sauce as well.
What can I serve as dippers besides tortilla chips and veggies?
The options are endless! Consider serving the dip with breadsticks, garlic knots, or even pita chips for a delicious twist on classic dipping options.
Toppings & Variations:
Get creative with your toppings! Feel free to customize the dip with your favorite pizza ingredients, such as diced diced red peppers or green peppers, onions, fresh basil, red onions, fresh garlic, or olives.
Spice things up by adding crushed red pepper flakes or pickled jalapeños for a fiery kick.
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Cottage Cheese Pizza Dip
Oh so cheesy this protein packed dip has blended cottage cheese for the base with marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni.
Ingredients
- 16 ounce cottage cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/3 cup mini pepperoni
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat an oven to 400º F.
- With either an immersion blender in the cottage cheese container or in a stand blender blend the cottage cheese until smooth. Add the italian seasoning and blend into the smooth cottage cheese.
- Transfer the seasoned cottage cheese to a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish. Spread the cottage cheese out so it is even along the bottom of the dish.
- Over top of the cottage cheese spoon on the marinara sauce, and then use the back of a spoon top gently spread the sauce so it is evenly spread all over the cottage cheese.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly overtop the marinara sauce. Followed by adding the pepperoni to the top of the shredded cheese.
- Transfer to the oven and bake 15 minutes until the edges of the dip are bubbly. Remove from the oven and let the dip rest about 3 minutes before serving. Serve with tortilla chips or cut veggies.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1/4 the dishAmount Per Serving: Calories: 285Total Fat: 17gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 54mgSodium: 1055mgCarbohydrates: 9gFiber: 1gSugar: 7gProtein: 22g
Nutritional data is automated and might not be 100% accurate, final nutritional information will depend on ingredients used and any changes made.
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