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Protein Stuffed Crust Pepperoni Pizza

This high protein stuffed crust pepperoni pizza is a lower calorie alternative to traditional pizza, packed with 81g of protein. Made with a simple Greek yogurt dough and a cheesy stuffed crust, it is perfect for building muscle or losing fat while still enjoying a satisfying, flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 883
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 110 g self-raising flour (or plain flour + 1.5 tsp baking powder)
  • 100 g low-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp Italian herb seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 7 g nutritional yeast (optional)
  • 3 light mozzarella sticks
  • 80 g pizza sauce
  • 75 g low-fat cheddar
  • 45 g light mozzarella
  • 30 g pepperoni

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Mix dry ingredients, then gradually add yogurt.
  3. Knead into a soft dough.
  4. Roll into a thin circle.
  5. Add mozzarella sticks around edges and seal crust.
  6. Top with sauce, cheese, and pepperoni.
  7. Bake 15 to 20 minutes until golden and crisp.

Notes

  • Add yogurt slowly to control stickiness
  • Seal crust edges well to prevent cheese leakage
  • Roll thin for best texture
 

Nutrition (Per Recipe)

 
  • Calories: 883
  • Protein: 81g
  • Carbs: 63g
  • Fiber: approximately 5g
  • Net Carbs: approximately 58g
  • Fat: 25g
 
This high protein stuffed crust pepperoni pizza proves you do not have to give up your favorite foods, you just need a smarter way to make them.