High Protein Pepperoni Pizza Rolls
These compact, hand-held rolls combine pizza dough, sauce, cheese, and pepperoni for a protein-packed snack, perfect for lunchboxes or post-workout fuel.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 240 g All-purpose flour Consider using high protein flour blends for increased protein.
- 200 g Greek yogurt Adds about 18 g of protein total.
- 10 g Baking powder
- 5 g Salt
Filling Ingredients
- 120 g Pizza sauce Spread evenly on the dough.
- 200 g Part-skim mozzarella Use to maximize protein while keeping fat moderate.
- 80-120 g Pepperoni slices Turkey pepperoni can be used for a lower fat option.
- 15 g Melted butter Used for brushing on the tops of the rolls.
- 10 g Parmesan cheese Sprinkled on top before baking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, Greek yogurt, baking powder, and salt. Mix until a dough forms.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 2-3 minutes until smooth. If dough feels sticky, work in an extra tablespoon of flour.
- Let the dough rest for 5 minutes, then roll into a 12×9-inch rectangle, approximately 1/4 inch thick.
- Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around all edges.
- Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and garlic powder, then layer the mozzarella cheese and pepperoni slices evenly over the sauce.
Rolling and Baking
- Starting from the long side, tightly roll the dough into a log using both hands to maintain even pressure.
- Using a sharp knife dipped in water between cuts, slice the log into 12 equal pieces, about 1 inch thick each.
- Place the rolls cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with Italian seasoning. Brush this mixture over the tops of the rolls and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is bubbly. For extra crispy tops, broil for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully.
- Let rolls cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
These rolls store well and reheat without losing texture. Freeze single rolls for quick snacks that reheat in the oven or air fryer. For vegetarian options, use plant-based pepperoni and extra mozzarella.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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