High Protein Breakfast Hot Pockets (Printable View)

Fluffy whole wheat pockets stuffed with eggs, turkey, cheese, and spinach for a protein-rich morning meal.

# What You Need:

→ Dough

01 - 2 cups whole wheat flour
02 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (nonfat or low-fat)
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Filling

05 - 6 large eggs
06 - 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
07 - 6 oz cooked turkey breast, diced
08 - 1/2 cup baby spinach, chopped
09 - 2 tablespoons low-fat milk
10 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Optional Topping

11 - 1 egg, beaten for egg wash
12 - 2 tablespoons sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine whole wheat flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Add Greek yogurt and mix with a spoon until a dough forms. Knead gently for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
03 - On a floured surface, roll dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into 6 rectangles.
04 - Beat eggs with milk, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Scramble in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until just set. Let cool slightly.
05 - Add turkey, cheese, and spinach to the eggs. Mix well.
06 - Divide the filling evenly among the dough rectangles, placing it on one half of each. Fold dough over the filling and seal edges with a fork.
07 - Transfer to the prepared baking sheet. Brush tops with beaten egg and sprinkle on sesame seeds or seasoning if desired.
08 - Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool slightly before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The Greek yogurt dough creates the fluffiest texture without any yeast or waiting time
  • Each pocket packs 19 grams of protein to keep you full for hours
02 -
  • The dough will feel sticky at first but keep kneading and it will transform into something workable
  • Do not overcook the eggs in step 4 because they will finish cooking in the oven
03 -
  • Cut a small slit in the top of each pocket before baking to let steam escape
  • Place pockets on a wire rack after baking so the bottoms stay crisp

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