High Protein Pepperoni Pizza Rolls: Snack Smart Today!
High Protein Pepperoni Pizza Rolls are a delicious and nutritious snack option that combines the classic flavors of pizza with a protein boost, perfect for satisfying cravings while maintaining a healthy diet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 pizza rolls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup low-fat mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup turkey pepperoni
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the Greek yogurt and mix until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Cut the dough into squares and place a piece of mozzarella cheese and a few slices of turkey pepperoni in the center of each square.
- Fold the dough over to create a pocket and seal the edges with a fork.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit the turkey pepperoni and add more vegetables.
- These pizza rolls can be frozen and reheated in the oven for a quick snack.
- Experiment with different fillings like vegetables or other types of cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza roll
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg