Description
These High-Protein Pizza Hot Pockets are a delicious and healthier alternative to store-bought versions. The dough is made with a simple mix of flour and Greek yogurt, while the filling includes classic pizza toppings like pepperoni, mozzarella, and olives.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt or blended cottage cheese
Filling:
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- ½ cup mini pepperoni
- 8 oz. mozzarella log, cut into chunks
- 1 green pepper, minced
- ⅓ cup sliced black olives
Other:
- 1 large egg
- 4 tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Mix flour, baking powder, salt, and yogurt until a dough forms.
- Make the Filling: Combine pizza sauce, pepperoni, mozzarella, pepper, and olives.
- Assemble Hot Pockets: Roll out dough, add filling, seal, and brush with egg wash.
- Bake: Sprinkle with parmesan and Italian seasoning, then bake until golden.
Notes
- You can customize the fillings with your favorite pizza toppings.
- These hot pockets can be frozen and reheated for a quick meal or snack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hot pocket
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg