Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Buns

Serves 8
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Directions

  1. 1Add low-fat cottage cheese to a blender cup.
  2. 2Add low-fat cottage cheese to a blender cup.
  3. 3Add low-fat cottage cheese to a blender cup.
  4. 4Add 3 eggs to the blender cup with cottage cheese.
  5. 5Add 3 eggs to the blender cup with cottage cheese.
  6. 6Add 3 eggs to the blender cup with cottage cheese.
  7. 7Blend the cottage cheese and eggs until smooth.
  8. 8Blend the cottage cheese and eggs until smooth.
  9. 9Blend the cottage cheese and eggs until smooth.
  10. 10Pour the blended mixture into a bowl with self-raising flour.
  11. 11Pour the blended mixture into a bowl with self-raising flour.
  12. 12Pour the blended mixture into a bowl with self-raising flour.
  13. 13Add garlic powder, onion powder, Italian herb seasoning, and salt to the bowl.
  14. 14Add garlic powder, onion powder, Italian herb seasoning, and salt to the bowl.
  15. 15Add garlic powder, onion powder, Italian herb seasoning, and salt to the bowl.
  16. 16Mix the ingredients together until well combined and thick.
  17. 17Mix the ingredients together until well combined and thick.
  18. 18Mix the ingredients together until well combined and thick.
  19. 19Add light cheddar cheese to the mixture.
  20. 20Add light cheddar cheese to the mixture.
  21. 21Add light cheddar cheese to the mixture.
  22. 22Add thinly sliced pepperoni to the mixture.
  23. 23Add thinly sliced pepperoni to the mixture.
  24. 24Add thinly sliced pepperoni to the mixture.
  25. 25Add grated Parmesan to the mixture.
  26. 26Add grated Parmesan to the mixture.
  27. 27Add grated Parmesan to the mixture.
  28. 28Mix all ingredients once more.
  29. 29Mix all ingredients once more.
  30. 30Mix all ingredients once more.
  31. 31Equally divide the mixture into 8 circle shapes onto a baking tray with baking paper.
  32. 32Equally divide the mixture into 8 circle shapes onto a baking tray with baking paper.
  33. 33Equally divide the mixture into 8 circle shapes onto a baking tray with baking paper.
  34. 34Oven bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20-30 minutes until browned and crispy.
  35. 35Oven bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20-30 minutes until browned and crispy.
  36. 36Oven bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20-30 minutes until browned and crispy.
  37. 37Once baked, add 30g of pizza sauce/marinara to each bun.
  38. 38Once baked, add 30g of pizza sauce/marinara to each bun.
  39. 39Once baked, add 30g of pizza sauce/marinara to each bun.
  40. 40Add 35g of light mozzarella to each bun.
  41. 41Add 35g of light mozzarella to each bun.
  42. 42Add 35g of light mozzarella to each bun.
  43. 43Add 10g of diced pepperoni to each bun.
  44. 44Add 10g of diced pepperoni to each bun.
  45. 45Add 10g of diced pepperoni to each bun.
  46. 46Bake again for 10 minutes until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  47. 47Bake again for 10 minutes until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  48. 48Bake again for 10 minutes until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  49. 49Wrap them up.
  50. 50Wrap them up.
  51. 51Wrap them up.
  52. 52Store them in the fridge or freezer.
  53. 53Store them in the fridge or freezer.
  54. 54Store them in the fridge or freezer.
  55. 55Reheat them when you're ready to eat.
  56. 56Reheat them when you're ready to eat.
  57. 57Reheat them when you're ready to eat.

Ingredients

  • 450 g Low Fat Cottage Cheese
  • 450 g Low Fat Cottage Cheese
  • 450 g Low Fat Cottage Cheese
  • 3 Eggs
  • 3 Eggs
  • 3 Eggs
  • 170 g Self Raising Flour
  • 170 g Self Raising Flour
  • 170 g Self Raising Flour
  • 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 Tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 Tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 Tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 Tsp Italian Herb Seasoning
  • 1 Tsp Italian Herb Seasoning
  • 1 Tsp Italian Herb Seasoning
  • 1 Tsp Salt
  • 1 Tsp Salt
  • 1 Tsp Salt
  • 80 g Light Cheddar Cheese
  • 80 g Light Cheddar Cheese
  • 80 g Light Cheddar Cheese
  • 50 g Thinly Sliced Pepperoni
  • 50 g Thinly Sliced Pepperoni
  • 50 g Thinly Sliced Pepperoni
  • 10 g Grated Parmesan
  • 10 g Grated Parmesan
  • 10 g Grated Parmesan
  • 30 g Pizza Sauce/Marinara
  • 30 g Pizza Sauce/Marinara
  • 30 g Pizza Sauce/Marinara
  • 35 g Light Mozzarella
  • 35 g Light Mozzarella
  • 35 g Light Mozzarella
  • 10 g Diced Pepperoni
  • 10 g Diced Pepperoni
  • 10 g Diced Pepperoni

Equipment

BlenderBowlBaking trayBaking paper

Tips

  • When combining the blended mixture with the flour, if the consistency is still runny add a bit more flour - if the consistency is too thin the buns may flatten rather than stay in shape.
  • Slightly wet your hands when placing & shaping the mixture on baking tray with baking paper to avoid it sticking to your hands.
  • Self-raising flour can be substituted for plain all purpose flour; if substituting, additionally add 1 tsp of baking powder and a dash of salt.
  • Wrap them up, store them in the fridge or freezer, and reheat when you're ready to eat.
  • These are great for meal prep, allowing you to take them to work or school.
  • The buns are only 297 calories and 30g protein per serving.
  • You can use turkey pepperoni, beef pepperoni, or regular pepperoni.
  • Make sure the mixture is thick after mixing the flour and seasonings.
  • The final bake should result in golden brown buns with melted cheese.
  • The recipe creates 8 servings in total.
  • You can substitute low-fat/fat-free cottage cheese with low-fat Greek yogurt.
  • Bega 50% Less Fat Grated Cheese is a recommended light cheddar cheese.
  • Sultans Beef Pepperoni is a recommended sliced pepperoni.
  • The recipe is listed as a high protein and low calorie option for fat loss and muscle building.
  • The total calories and protein per bun are 297 calories and 30g protein respectively.
  • The recipe also states 15.6g carbohydrates and 12g fat per bun.
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