Hi, Leslie. Luckily, you can start a new way of eating at any time. Then when they turned out so nicely I thought that almost anyone could make these. I thought it was a wash for sure. It was fantastic! -Kim. Top with 1 cup of Monterey Jack & Colby Cheese. Can you substitute the Whey Protein Powder? I also spray the parchment with baking spray (or oil it). They were a touch on the dry side, so thinking maybe they need more cheese next time…I don’t think I used enough… We dipped ours in marinara like stromboli!!”. “milk shake”!) He’s already talking about different ways to stuff them. Place the pieces of cream cheese on top and microwave for 1 1/2 - 2 minutes. Aug 19, 2019 - Happy keto snacking! Frustrated, I patched what I could, folded the dough over the filling and baked them. Have a wonderful day. Hi Cristy. I’ve used the dough for savory pizza, pizza pockets , cheeseburger calzone, chicken calzone and even for sweet recipes like a cheesy danish and pumpkin twists! I loved this! This recipe is amazing! I’m trying it next time for sure. I’m so happy to hear, Wendy. I used a touch extra Almond Flour and skipped the protein powder. The paper stabilizes the dough as you are moving it and folding it etc….works really well to stabilize the fragile dough until you get it how you want it…then can remove and discard the paper. I love hot pockets, now I can have it the healthy low carb way!. Add 2 cups of mozzarella and cream cheese to a microwave safe bowl and microwave for 1 minute. While fathead dough has been around for awhile, it always seemed to be a little too carb heavy to be put in our regular rotation. I’m glad you see the possibilities! Yes, Scott, it is less bread-like in texture, but it will still work. -Kim. You mentioned trying that as one option, can you offer what features you did and did not like when you tried oat fiber? What does it do for the dough? 7. level 2. bubbles2500. When the dough is ready, knead quickly until a rough ball forms. Microwave on high for 20 seconds at a time until melted. I haven’t had time to test it myself. Again, I don’t use it very often in my recipes but I other bloggers do. Place one slice of cheese towards the bottom of each rectangle (on the shorter side) and scrunch up a piece of ham on top. After making some keto recipes, I found it best to cube up the cream cheese before melting with other cheeses-Microwave for 1 min, stir and then another 30 sec, stir (very hot! Since I have no protein powder, I was hoping I could sub oat fiber. May also add a tiny cube of the cream cheese inside each one for a more creamy/cheesy middle. Lol. Thanks for taking the time to let me know and to rate the recipe. I’ll be using this for a whole lot of other applications in the future! Top with the cheese and put under the broiler until the cheese is melted, about five minutes. The dough is a little sticky if it’s too warm, so let it cool a bit before handling. How to set yourself up for success on your new Keto Diet (free printable), The beginners guide to Keto meal planning (+ a free healthy meal planner! You mean that everyone isn’t American? She develops and tests low carb and keto recipes in her California home. What kind of whey protein powder do you use? I hear you about trying to influence teens! You may even be able to add a portion of coconut flour or oat fiber, but not more than 1-2 tablespoons or it will be dry. I don’t need carbs when it tastes like this! I’m not going to do a long post about this incredible low carb ham and cheese hot pocket recipe because I want to get the recipe out to you STAT! I’ve already answered you in email, but I wanted to get the answer here on the blog, too. I have some mini cake (tart) forms, diced beef, etc. Enjoy the game and thanks for taking the time to let me know how you like the recipe. I am excited to make this, as the other recipes I’ve made of yours have been terrific! I have been doing this diet for about 8 months and have lost about 16 pounds… which I am not happy with overall. Low Carb Ham and Cheese Hot Pocket Made With Fathead Dough. I’m sorry to hear about your diagnosis, Regina. This didn’t work for me, the dough was too sticky to lift off the parchment paper. I think I might do this again with provolone and pepperoni. I also switched it up and used pepperoni and Provolone, and dipped in Marinara sauce, they were also super yummy! I’ve been playing with the Fathead Pizza Dough recipe and thought I would make my children a little treat. Have you tried making pizza pockets with this recipe? My gut is saying that you may need to add another egg and like 1/3 cup of almond flour. Not only is the dough a little delicate, but I was not able to seal the pockets together because of the ham and cheese filling. That sounds great Deborah! I was in too much of a rush, I am sorry. -Kim, These were an absolute disaster! -Kim. They were awesome!!! Even my kids absolutely loved them. I have only used zero carb whey protein isolate in my recipes. So there’s slightly more carbs in mine but not by much. these look awesome… can you offer any suggestion for an egg allergy. Your email address will not be published. Ground beef with minced onion, cheddar, and a small swipe of ketchup, mustard, and a bit of unsweetened dill relish right on top. The term ‘Fat Head dough’ comes from ‘Fat Head pizza’, a recipe posted on author/filmmaker/comedian Tom Naughton’s blog. Her recipes are featured in newsstand publications and on sites all over the internet. -Kim. Then cut the dough along the width: once in the middle, then once on either side to make 8 smaller rectangles. I hope you guessed at the correct temperature and are enjoying a yummy snack instead of a melted goo-ey mess! Can’t wait to try these! Thank you! I topped it with monterey jack slices since I ran out of shredded pepper jack. Hi Colleen. Put it in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes until it cools down a little bit. I like to buy the unflavored Isopure brand by Nature’s Best. Also, when you reheated what temp did you use and were they still frozen or did you thaw? Just remember that because of the cheese, they are full of calories and super filling. They're also gluten-free! Terms and Privacy I managed to make a little Whey Protein Powder at home and made these hot pockets. That’s really smart. -Kim, Just curious if you’ve made anything else with that beautiful dough yet? I was so thrilled to see this recipe. Add the almond flour, protein powder and baking soda. Have either of you considered using this tool that makes what some folks use for Fried Dumplings, Gyouza, etc. How about using ground sunflower seeds? Going to give these a shot with the sliced steak, sauteed onions and cheese…..Philly Cheesesteaks here we come. -Kim. I would like to have them frozen so that they could heat them as they want… Have you tried this or do you always eat in immediately? The oat fiber made it a bit dry, the coconut flour gave it a faint flavor of coconut and the all almond flour did not achieve the bread-like texture I wanted. Hi, Stepanie. I almost have a true bread-like/pastry consistency nailed with this hot pocket dough and plan to do great things with it. Let me know what you try and how it works. What a surprise to see how perfect they turned out! In a separate bowl, whisk egg until beaten. * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. I am getting really bored and I am hoping your recipes will inspire me. The addition of whey protein powder seemed to make it more bread-like. Stand Mixer Method: Melt the cheeses together in the microwave (or on the stove). I mentioned it in the post that I just tried to fold the dough over to cover the ingredients – I was upset and thought I messed them up since the first time they were perfect (think calzones). I’ll have to try some other things, too. -Kim. https://ketodietapp.com/Blog/lchf/fat-head-pizza-with-pepperoni-and-jalapenos -Kim. The reason I was upset is because the ham and cheese pockets were completely perfect the first time I made them. Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. These are so amazing!!!! Made these tonight for dinner and they seriously rock! Cut two sheets of parchment big enough to cover the entire bottom of a large sheet pan. Melted dough in microwave oven, about 90seconds 3. If the mixture is hard … It’s shopping day and I only had grated cheddar and bacon so I couldn’t make exactly your recipe Kim. A family friendly low carb snack option. Stir and heat for another 30 seconds more if not completely melted. Hi Tresa. 2 years ago. Add the milk, egg, cheese and butter to your bread machine. Bake for 20 minute or until the low carb ham and cheese pocket is golden brown. Have a great evening. Pizza has finally been put on the menu! Have a great day. You can always add more almond flour. Contact I have changed the recipe to reflect. It is soft and sticky and I didn’t have to be precise about folding it over for the recipe to work. And, I have to apologize for laughing so hard that coffee came out of my nose. Put the cheeses in a pot over low heat. But give it whirl and let us know. My husband informed me this recipe is a definite keeper. A … All baked in! Can these be frozen? Thanks Chantel. I made spinach and cheese calzones, Diana, but I haven’t made pizza pockets yet. Enjoy. Fathead dough contains mozzarella cheese, eggs, almond flour, and seasonings so it’s likely you already have these in your refrigerator or pantry. I'd love to have a bit of a kick in my fathead pizza dough. How To Start A Low Carb Diet In 3 Easy Steps! -Kim. They reheat marvelously! It’s especially great if someone is allergic to coconut flour, which is often used for the same effect. I wouldn’t go longer than 5 days because of the raw egg. Have fun playing with the recipe. You can use more almond flour 2-3 tablespoons. What kind of protein powder is best? THANK YOU! -Kim. -Kim. I added a bit of garlic & some Italian seasoning. We always eat these immediately, but they will freeze. Add the cheese mixture to the flour and knead until it looks like dough. [This post and recipe contain affiliate links.]. Heat on medium heat until it begins to melt. Sign up for my NEWSLETTER and never miss a post! I mostly wanted to let you know how impressed I am with the kind and helpful responses you offer to those with questions. Stir to combine. Can you use jay robb egg protein power instead? I’m hoping I’m right in thinking you mean 200 Centigrade…..or should that be Farenheight??? ), Yes, Becca. I will add some of this to the recipe under “notes”. I made three big ham pockets and cut them into 6 pieces after baking. I KNOW! I have also made ham and cheese pinwheels, also not shared on the blog. So yummy! If the dough is really soft and sticky, let cool off a bit more. The dough will stiffen up a little bit and be less sticky when it is cold. High five! You can e-mail me any time for more questions. Mixed the bacon with the cheddar, some homemade pizza sauce, mushrooms and onion. Mozzarella tends to be a drier cheese. It doesn't have to be perfect. Set your machine to make dough. -Kim. The dough was easy to work with. Please add me! Lots of oils in the pepper jack. Please excuse my arrogance! Use your hands to combine dough. Thanks for sharing your favorite protein powder with us Charlene! Then throw in the flour, yeast, salt, sugar, oregano and garlic powder, taking care to keep the yeast and salt separate as much as possible. -Kim. This recipe is made with a version of fathead dough. I’ve tried cutting individual pieces of parchment for a pocket style meal before. Oh, I love the idea of steak and cheddar! -Kim, Thanks a Mil Kim!!! New diagnosis of diabetes so looking for flavorful low carb meals. You can use 2-3 more tablespoons of almond flour, Gypsy. Leanna, thanks so much! It melts into itself while baking so don’t worry about sealing it perfectly. -Kim. Quest unflavored is my *Go To” because of the company’s integrity and mission statement. I know that it’s super sticky when it’s too warm. -Kim. Just made these hot pockets…easy and delicious! Secrets, tips & recipes to keep you on track! Have a wonderful day! Thanks! Mar 16, 2019 - These cheddar cheese buns are ultra low carb and delicious. Place 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese and cream cheese in a microwave-safe bowl and heat until melted, about 1 1/2 minutes. You may use more almond flour if you wish. -Kim, Wow these are so super tasty – I added a teeny amount of wholegrain mustard …… yummy. Hi Fran! celery, blue cheese crumbles, buffalo sauce, chicken, shredded Monterey Jack cheese and 1 more Paleo and Vegan Pizza Dough The Nourished Ones flour, salt, tapioca flour, dried oregano, onion powder, yoghurt and 3 more I like using Isopure Zero Carb Protein Powder which I get at The Vitamin Shoppe, or on Amazon. It should have sealed itself and baked-up bread-like. perhaps you have better quality cheese than we do in America (ours tends to be rubbery) – sometimes fuller fat cheeses can make the dough mucky. Hi Julie. They looked pretty sad going into the oven but OH BOY! If the dough is too tender or hard to handle, put it in the refrigerator or freezer to get cooler before handling. and only up to 1 scoop in any baking recipe. Add the egg and … -Kim. I have never used it but do see lots of recipes calling for it. Now let’s make the fathead dough. Okay… I have not tried Jay Robb egg white protein in this recipe. I made these this morning as I wanted something extra yummy for breakfast. -Kim. You’ll actually find whey protein powder used in a lot of baking recipes around the web. Thanks a bundle for sharing this and other recipes! Jeneva, I have only made it with the whey protein powder because it helps to add a bread-like texture to other baked goods and to this recipe as well. Wanted to share I trick I have found to deal with Fat Head dough that keeps it intact while you position and form it. Add a little more almond flour if you are going to use the dough for sausage rolls or the dough will be a little too soft or sticky. If it is just too delicate, let the dough cool a little in the fridge and try it again. Have a great day. All the very very sticky dough wanted to do, was stick to the parchment paper… So I ended up with 6 heaps of dough, cheese and ham… Though, they taste good! -Kim. Let me know how it goes with the steak! I took absolutely no care in trying to make them look nice. Let me know how they turned out. Thanks so much for your great work! Start with Fathead dough on the bottom, layer the meat sauce, peppers and cheese. Haha! (Remember to reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees if using an electric oven.) One last thing…. Do this for all 8 rectangles. Yes, use the flaxseed meal. This looks great for lunch or a snack. Disaster to dreamy! Enjoying these for lunch right now. I discard the top one as usual, but keep the bottom sheet. -Kim. Thank you for the feedback, Rthomp. I must say too, these held up perfectly for dipping in au jus! -Kim. -Kim. It will add more carbs per serving. Thanks! It was very easy to make. My alterations were 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning in the dough. ? I made these tonight and they are absolutely wonderful!! It makes it so easy to manipulate. Have a nice night. Simple & tasty :), They sound delicious, Ane! Once the cheese is melted, add in the egg and mix until incorporated, followed by the dry ingredients. Looks tempting but my son has a nut-allergy. I thank you so much for all of your wonderful recipes! Maria, your filling sounds amazing! Egg white protein powder has the tendency to get gummy so I would use more almond flour (maybe 1/4 cup) or 2 tablespoons of coconut flour or oat fiber instead of the whey. This popular low carb and gluten-free dough is made with mozzarella, cream cheese, eggs, and a low-carb flour (like almond flour or coconut flour). The addition of the whey protein isolate gives the dough a more bread-like texture. If you are really going to fry it, I would maybe freeze it first, but I have no idea if it would make a difference or not. I also made them slightly bigger so I cooked them at 375, perfection! So easy! In medium saucepan add the kerrygold butter. Add egg and large pinch of salt. I just use the microwave to heat them but you can put them in a pan and put a lid over them to reheat the cheese. Looks good. Oh my word! Preheat oven to 425 degrees. 2 cups shredded chicken 1/4 – 1/2 cup chile verde salsa 1/2 cup monterey jack cheese (optional) 2 tbsp chopped green onions (optional) For the protein, does it matter of its isolate, Concentrate, Hydrolysate? To the same bowl, add the almond flour, salt, spices, and egg. Lol. I am trying this dough for meat pies tonight. One of the 4 came out crispy like a tosatada, but delicious. Remove the top sheet of parchment, place on a baking sheet and bake in the oven for about 12 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. I totally thought I had messed-up and was a little upset when I put these into the oven. Scrape the melted cheese into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Yes, Claudia. The addition of the Irish Porter cheese sounds amazing, Peggy! The picture I took of them would be great for ‘nailed it’ on Pinterest! Great! Lol. It’s a circular cookie cutter looking thing that has crimps molded into it and hinges that allow it to close like pacman. I’m allergic to whey power. This recipe is a keeper. This time I did pepper jack in the casserole. Enjoy your weekend. Crispy, cheesy, and absolutely delish. Thank you. Let me talk about the procedure for this recipe for just a minute. 1 cup mild cheddar cheese. I get the unflavored, but I have purchased the vanilla and the chocolate in the past. That has changed with our version of fathead as we have altered the cheese and get the same exact taste and texture as a traditional fathead dough. It’s a great recipe. I am sure that you can use all coconut flour if you wish, but am unsure how much you would use. Just made these for the family and they were a huge hit! Trish, thanks for your question. I’m drooling at the thought! I agree, they’re VERY filling too. The dough is very nice and accepts lots of additions. I often use Google and the Alexa app to convert from ounces to grams for me and vice-versa. So 400F and 200C. And, I’m stoked to hear that they freeze and reheat well just like a normal hot pocket. Fathead dough is a great option for low carb bagels, keto pizza, and more. Thanks for letting me know. Remove from oven, top with cheese and your favorite toppings, place it under the broiler until the cheese melts and enjoy your keto pizza! The texture won’t be as bread-like, but they will still taste good. Thank you. The dough gets a little better as it cools, but when it is warm, it is pretty sticky. Thank you Kim, can’t wait to try it with the mozzarella! Thank you so much for your kind words, Jen. Awesome, Heidi! You should of put that I needed parchment paper at the top of the recipe when I am shopping for ingredients??. Now cheese. Also, I didn’t have the whey protein powder, so I subbed 2tbsp of gluten free flour. :), Hi Leanna. You could try using coconut flour and see it that works. -Kim, Hi, can’t wait to try these – could I substitute the whey powder for either flaxseed meal or xantham powder as that’s all I have available to me, Hi Lou. I’m so happy you like the recipe, Cheryl. They eat just like normal hot pockets. -Kim. If it’s still a little to sticky, add a little more almond flour. Hi, Didn’t change the recipie at all either – just rolled it out between 2 sheets of plastic wrap to stop it from sticking & make it easier for rolling into my sausage roll. You cut a circle out with one side, then lift the dough onto the other side, insert your filling then chomp it closed ( like pacman) and it pushes the edges together, crimping it for you. I don’t have any low salt recipes, but you could reduce the amount of salt in recipes and reduce the amount of cheese. If you are going to buy one protein powder, get the “plain flavor”. Enjoy your day. Thanks for taking time to leave a comment and to rate the recipe. How to Make Fathead Dough. Some of the filling cooked out and I was okay with that. If you freeze them, thaw overnight in the refrigerator. The fathead dough makes a really great thin crust pizza. Have a very wonderful weekend. Hi Kiki! Kim, first, great recipe! I changed the orginial recipe removing the typical almond flour since we have nut allergies in our family. I added the info you requested. Once combined, add … I know how much work you put into this! Thrilled to hear it, Renee. I made the pockets into little round mounds as I couldn’t wait to let the pastry cool. I hope this helps. Put the grated Monterey Jack into a medium microwaveable bowl. What an amazing trick, Deborah! Let me know if you have any more questions. You're in the right place! Yes, the dough looks terrible like there was a mistake, but if it can folded over, it does what it’s supposed to do. Thanks for posting. I would enjoy 1 as a snack or two with a salad as a meal. These look so good, as do many of your recipes, but I’ve found that I’m intolerant to almond flour. I hope this helps and again, I’m sorry that the recipe didn’t turn out for you – I know how frustrating that can be. -Kim. You could grind them up in a food processor. Have a great week and thanks for commenting. I roll it out between two sheets of parchment paper as you recommend. Your email address will not be published. Instructions: -put mozzarella & cream cheese in a medium size microwaveable bowl. Stir dough together until it forms a ball and egg is mixed in. GREAT JOB! -Kim. I really like the protein powder, Kat, but you can also try oat fiber and coconut flour. <3, Deb, I’m glad you liked the recipe. Betty, thanks for keeping me honest! THANK YOU !!!! I flip it over once or twice and re position the paper, keeping the dough in the middle. It’s on my to-do list. Add the melted cheese to the egg and stir to combine. -Kim. Now continue your layers. Add dry ingredients and mix well. I have used a different version of this crust for mini cheesecakes, but with recipe I am going to try to use this for mini faux fried pies. Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. I made my first batch this morning…I haven’t had a bread like substance in so long…and the texture of theses were amazing…I will be making a batch every weekend from now on…looking forward to next weekend game mushroom and Swiss filing!!!! I think you are going to love this recipe! I love hearing when kids like recipes. Sorry I don’t have a more specific answer for you. Remove and stir until creamy and smooth. The comment was on one of my pizza recipes. I love their low carb Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough bars and Peanut butter protein powder. -Kim. Used shredded monterrey jack cheese instead of mozarella 2. Wrapped in a lightly-fried oven-baked flour tortilla and featuring flavorful chicken, mozzarella and Monterey Jack cheeses, juicy tomatoes, beans, green chilies, and authentic Mexican spices, these packaged frozen chimichangas satisfy in just minutes. Letting the dough cool before handling makes it easier, but it is still very sticky. Pour the melted butter mixture onto the cooked Fathead dough and spread it around covering the entire surface. The dough melts into itself, so they don’t have to be perfectly lined up or sealed. You can even sub coconut flour or oat fiber for the protein powder. Cut slices into the low-carb garlic bread. The dough is so much like bread, you won't believe it! have you ever used tapioca flour in this or anything else? Bake at 350 for 30-35 minutes. We shall see how it turns out! Some bloggers will add whey protein isolate to recipes to achieve a more bread-like or cake-like texture in their baked goods. Hello, Mary, thank you. Have a great day. The dough is very delicate. Like pepperoni and tomato sauce? I added onion powder, pepper and sage to the dough and replaced 1/3 of the Almond Flour with Oat Fiber, and left out the protein powder.