Description
These High-Protein Pizza Hot Pockets are a delicious and nutritious twist on a classic favorite. Using a simple dough made from Greek yogurt and flour, these hot pockets are filled with savory pizza sauce, mini pepperoni, mozzarella, green pepper, and black olives. Baked to golden perfection and topped with parmesan and Italian seasoning, they make a perfect high-protein snack or meal.
Ingredients
Scale
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: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and sea salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the baking powder and salt.
- Add the Yogurt: Stir in the plain Greek yogurt or blended cottage cheese until a dough forms. Knead gently until smooth and elastic, then set aside.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to get it ready for baking the hot pockets.
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, combine pizza sauce, mini pepperoni, mozzarella chunks, minced green pepper, and sliced black olives. Mix well to incorporate all ingredients.
- Assemble the Hot Pockets: Divide the dough into equal portions. Roll each portion into a flat oval shape on a lightly floured surface. Spoon a generous amount of the filling mixture onto one half of the dough, leaving space at the edges.
- Seal the Pockets: Fold the dough over the filling to form a pocket. Press the edges firmly with a fork to seal and prevent filling from leaking out.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the sealed pockets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Beat the large egg to create an egg wash, then brush the tops of each pocket with the egg wash for a golden finish.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle shredded parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning evenly over the tops of the pockets.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the pockets are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your high-protein pizza hot pockets warm for the best taste.
Notes
- You can substitute the mini pepperoni with turkey pepperoni or a vegetarian alternative for a different protein source.
- To save time, use pre-shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
- Make sure the dough edges are sealed tightly to prevent filling leakage during baking.
- These hot pockets can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
- Reheat in an oven or toaster oven for a crispy texture.
Keywords: High-protein, hot pockets, pizza, Greek yogurt dough, baked snack, easy recipe, homemade hot pockets