High Protein Pepperoni Pizza Rolls (Printer-Friendly)

Protein-packed dough wraps around savory pepperoni, seasoned beef, and melted mozzarella for a filling handheld snack or meal.

# What You Need:

→ Protein Dough

01 - 2 cups plain Greek yogurt, nonfat or low fat
02 - 2 cups self-rising flour
03 - 1 large egg
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Filling

06 - 7 ounces lean ground beef, 5% fat or less
07 - 2.8 ounces turkey or beef pepperoni slices
08 - 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
09 - 1/2 cup pizza sauce
10 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
11 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional

→ Topping

13 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
14 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
15 - 1 teaspoon dried parsley or Italian herbs

# How to Cook:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it apart as it cooks, approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary. Stir in black pepper and Italian herbs. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
03 - In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, self-rising flour, egg, garlic powder, and salt until a sticky dough forms. Transfer to a lightly floured surface and knead for 2 to 3 minutes until smooth.
04 - Roll dough into a rectangle measuring approximately 12 by 10 inches.
05 - Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around all edges.
06 - Distribute cooked beef, pepperoni slices, and mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
07 - Starting from a long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Using a sharp knife, slice into 12 equal pieces.
08 - Place rolls cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet. Brush tops lightly with olive oil, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and dried parsley or herbs.
09 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbling.
10 - Allow rolls to cool slightly before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Each roll packs serious protein without the guilt, so you can snack and fuel up at the same time.
  • The dough comes together in minutes with just yogurt and flour, no yeast or waiting around.
  • They freeze beautifully, which means you can pull out a hot, satisfying snack anytime the craving hits.
  • Crispy edges, melty cheese, and pepperoni in every bite make them taste indulgent even though they're surprisingly balanced.
02 -
  • Don't skip kneading the dough, even just a couple of minutes makes it way easier to roll out and keeps it from tearing.
  • Let the beef cool before layering it on the dough, or the heat will make the yogurt dough too sticky to work with.
  • If your rolls open up during baking, you probably rolled them too loosely, so aim for a snug roll next time.
03 -
  • Brush the tops with a beaten egg instead of olive oil for an extra shiny, bakery-style finish.
  • Add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the dough itself for a subtle heat that surprises in the best way.
  • Use a serrated knife or unflavored dental floss to slice the log cleanly without squishing the rolls.
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