Crustless Low-Carb Cottage Cheese Dessert Recipe
This Crustless Low-Carb Pizza is a unique, healthy dessert pizza that skips the traditional crust, making it perfect for those seeking a low-carb option. Combining creamy cottage cheese with rich cocoa powder and natural sweeteners, this recipe creates a smooth and delicious treat that’s easy to prepare and ideal for chilling before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Measure out 1 cup of cottage cheese, 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 to 2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup depending on your desired sweetness, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Blend Ingredients: Combine all the ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth, ensuring there are no lumps, creating a creamy chocolate base.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste the mixture and add more honey or maple syrup if you prefer it sweeter. Blend again briefly to incorporate the additional sweetener.
- Chill: Transfer the mixture into a bowl or serving dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to set.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled as a crustless dessert pizza or as a creamy chocolate spread alternative.
Notes
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for a creamier texture.
- Unsweetened cocoa powder keeps this recipe low-carb and rich in chocolate flavor.
- Adjust sweetener quantity according to dietary preferences and sweetness level.
- Chilling enhances flavor and texture, but you can also serve immediately if preferred.
- For added texture, consider topping with low-carb nuts or seeds before serving.
Keywords: low-carb dessert, crustless pizza, cocoa cottage cheese, healthy chocolate dessert, no-bake dessert
