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Cottage Cheese Pizza Buns

Cottage Cheese Pizza Buns

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

Soft and savory cottage cheese pizza buns made with eggs, mozzarella, marinara, and turkey pepperoni. These fluffy, protein packed buns deliver classic pizza flavor in a quick and easy handheld form.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup gluten free all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce
  • 12 turkey pepperoni slices, chopped into pieces

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a standard muffin tin.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cottage cheese and eggs until well combined.
  3. Stir in italian seasoning, gluten free all purpose flour, and baking powder until just combined.
  4. Fold in 1/2 cup of the shredded mozzarella, marinara sauce, and chopped turkey pepperoni.
  5. Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three quarters full.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella evenly over the tops.
  7. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, until the tops are golden and set in the center.
  8. Allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Blend the cottage cheese first if you prefer a smoother texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the buns light and fluffy.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat in the oven at 350°F for best texture.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bun
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg