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High Protein Pizza Hot Pockets

High Protein Pizza Hot Pockets: A Tasty Twist on Dinner!

These High Protein Pizza Hot Pockets are flavorful, customizable, and packed with nutrition, making them a perfect snack or meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 pockets
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Low-fat Greek Yogurt Can substitute with blended low-fat cottage cheese.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour For low-carb, use almond and coconut flour.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Check expiration for freshness.
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning Consider fresh herbs for better flavor.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used.
  • 1 tsp Salt
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Pizza Sauce Homemade or store-bought.
  • 1 cup Low-fat Cheese Fat-free mozzarella works for a lighter option.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking tray
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the Oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt.
  3. Fold in the low-fat Greek yogurt until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 2-3 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Divide the dough into 8 portions and roll each into an oval about 6 inches long.
  6. On one half of the oval, spread about 15g of pizza sauce and sprinkle 20g of low-fat cheese.
  7. Fold the dough over and crimp the edges securely with a fork.
  8. Bake in the oven for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Let the hot pockets cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pocketCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 10gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

These pockets can be customized with various fillings like veggies, meats, or spices. They can be stored in the fridge or freezer for later use.

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