High-Protein Pull-Apart Pizza Ring

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Quick Description

This High-Protein Pull-Apart Pizza Ring is loaded with gooey cheese, lean pepperoni, pizza sauce, and fluffy protein dough bites baked into a shareable ring. Perfect for game day, family dinners, or high-protein comfort food cravings.


Servings & Timing

Servings: 8
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 25–30 minutes
Total Time: ~45 minutes


Ingredients List

Protein Dough

  • 1½ cups self-rising flour
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (thick, plain)
  • 1 scoop unflavored protein powder
  • Pinch salt

Pizza Filling

  • 1 cup low-fat mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup reduced-fat cheddar (optional)
  • ½ cup turkey pepperoni or lean pepperoni slices
  • ⅓ cup low-sugar pizza sauce
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp garlic powder

For Pan

  • Light olive oil spray

Dip

  • Extra pizza sauce or Greek-yogurt ranch

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prep Oven

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease a bundt pan lightly.

Step 2: Make Dough

Mix flour, Greek yogurt, protein powder, and salt until dough forms. Knead lightly 2–3 minutes.

Step 3: Cut Dough

Cut dough into bite-sized pieces.

Step 4: Fill

Toss dough pieces with pizza sauce, half the cheese, seasoning, and pepperoni pieces.

Step 5: Layer in Pan

Add mixture into bundt pan evenly. Top with remaining cheese and extra pepperoni.

Step 6: Bake

Bake 25–30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 7: Cool & Flip

Cool 5 minutes, then carefully invert onto serving plate.

Step 8: Serve

Place dipping sauce in center and pull apart pieces.


Additional Notes

  • Use turkey pepperoni for leaner macros
  • Don’t overpack pan; dough needs room to rise
  • Best served hot for cheese pull effect

Dietary Info

High-Protein
Kid-Friendly
Meal Share Friendly
Lower Fat Option Available


Ingredient Details & Substitutions

  • Greek Yogurt: Use skyr for extra protein
  • Protein Powder: Unflavored preferred
  • Pepperoni: Turkey, chicken, or beef
  • Cheese: Part-skim mozzarella works best

Recipe Variations & Serving Suggestions

  • BBQ Chicken Pizza Ring
  • Veggie Supreme Ring
  • Jalapeño Taco Ring
  • Serve with salad or marinara dip

Storage & Make-Ahead

Fridge: 3 days
Reheat: Air fryer or oven 5 minutes


Nutrition (Per Serving – Approximate)

Calories: 230–290
Protein: 18–24g
Carbs: 20–24g
Fat: 8–12g


Optional Personal Story

I wanted pizza-night vibes without crushing my goals. This gives all the cheesy fun but actually keeps everyone full.


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