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High Protein Pizza Hot Pockets

High Protein Pizza Hot Pockets That Kids Will Love

These High Protein Pizza Hot Pockets are quick, customizable snacks that kids will love, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 pockets
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
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 for extra protein
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can use almond flour mixed with coconut flour for low-carb option
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used for bolder flavor
  • 1 tsp Salt
For the Filling
  • 15 g Pizza Sauce Choose homemade or store-bought
  • 20 g Low-fat Cheese Fat-free mozzarella is a lighter alternative

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking tray
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. Combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  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 shape, about 6 inches long.
  6. Add about 15g of pizza sauce and 20g of low-fat cheese to one half of each oval.
  7. Fold the dough over the filling and crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes until golden-brown.
  9. Let the pockets cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pocketCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These High Protein Pizza Hot Pockets can be customized with various fillings. Uncooked pockets can be frozen for meal prep.

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