fathead dough with monterey jack cheese

 

Yes, Claudia. Let me talk about the procedure for this recipe for just a minute. The fathead dough makes a really great thin crust pizza. I am trying this dough for meat pies tonight. Would you happen to know the best way to re-heat these? I really loved them. Scrape the melted cheese into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. -Kim. For the protein, does it matter of its isolate, Concentrate, Hydrolysate? My alterations were 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning in the dough. I topped it with monterey jack slices since I ran out of shredded pepper jack. It melts into itself while baking so don’t worry about sealing it perfectly. The combination of almond flour and protein isolate gave the very best texture. -Kim. Add almond flour, salt, oregano, garlic powder, and black pepper. You can use more almond flour 2-3 tablespoons. When the dough is ready, knead quickly until a rough ball forms. If so, refrigerate for about 10 minutes. Are you looking for great Low Carb, Keto recipes that taste like the real thing? Kim is a self taught cook with over 30 years experience in the kitchen. Hi Susan. Enjoy finding low carb versions of old favorites and finding new ones! I also switched it up and used pepperoni and Provolone, and dipped in Marinara sauce, they were also super yummy! This was a mega hit for all my kids (6 of them) and my husband, who doesn’t love the texture of the previous Fathead dough I used. Thanks. I made these and they were amazing! Or Egg pockets? Ooh sounds delicious! They look fabulous! -Kim. The dough is so much like bread, you won't believe it! That is where I would start, but it would be an experiment. Stir dough together until it forms a ball and egg is mixed in. It helps add structure and a bread-like texture to baked goods. I will add some of this to the recipe under “notes”. -Kim. -Kim, I made these and they are dangerously delicious! I have stuffed them with so many things and they are always tasty. Hello, Mary, thank you. Pizza has finally been put on the menu! I hope you like them. 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. 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. 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 am sure you have heard of it! I agree, they’re VERY filling too. Fathead dough contains mozzarella cheese, eggs, almond flour, and seasonings so it’s likely you already have these in your refrigerator or pantry. Have a very wonderful weekend. -Kim. Great! A family friendly low carb snack option. They're also gluten-free! I made a bunch last weekend (stuffed with steak and cheddar) and froze them. I managed to make a little Whey Protein Powder at home and made these hot pockets. #pepperjack #ketosnacks #fatheaddough #fathead https://www.tasteofhome.com/collection/monterey-jack-cheese-recipes 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). The problem? I’ve already answered you in email, but I wanted to get the answer here on the blog, too. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience with the recipe – it will surely help someone else. One of the 4 came out crispy like a tosatada, but delicious. Disaster to dreamy! So there’s slightly more carbs in mine but not by much. I have also made ham and cheese pinwheels, also not shared on the blog. 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. Low Carb Maven is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. You are appreciated Kim! -Kim. ), Best Low Carb Sweetener: The Best Sweeteners & How to Choose Them, « Creamy Cauliflower Hummus (Keto, Paleo). When you froze these hot pockets, how did you wrap them, (i.e. It’s shopping day and I only had grated cheddar and bacon so I couldn’t make exactly your recipe Kim. Hi Kiki! Put the grated Monterey Jack into a medium microwaveable bowl. I thank you so much for all of your wonderful recipes! The addition of whey protein powder seemed to make it more bread-like. Your email address will not be published. This is what I mean when I say leave it whole, in “sheets”. Ooooooh yaaaasssss! zip locks, saran wrap, etc.)? If so how long? Now cheese. If you mean like a sweet “calzone” the dough works nicely for calzones. Monterey Jack, known to friends as Monty, is the oldest of the Rescue Rangers, as it is revealed early on that he was friends with -Kim. Is it necessary to use the protein powder or can I use a bit more flour. Roll the dough out to about a ¼ inch thickness. Have you tried making pizza pockets with this recipe? Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. There should be a link in my Amazon store where you can read about the Isopure and see if it is something you would like to purchase or at least compare it with other brands. You could try using coconut flour and see it that works. But give it whirl and let us know. My son is on a low carb diet, and he loves hot pockets. Thanks so much!!!! The dough melts into itself, so they don’t have to be perfectly lined up or sealed. Hi Jane. 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. -Kim. Yes, I have made a nice cheese danish, but I didn’t like the photos so I haven’t shared it yet. Low Carb Ham and Cheese Hot Pocket Made With Fathead Dough. -Kim. Wow! I discard the top one as usual, but keep the bottom sheet. Crispy, cheesy, and absolutely delish. Just wondering how much extra almond flour you used? -Kim. Trish, thanks for your question. Use your hands to combine dough. Enjoy your day. I hope you guessed at the correct temperature and are enjoying a yummy snack instead of a melted goo-ey mess! Some of the filling cooked out and I was okay with that. I’m so glad you liked the recipe Maureen. When I set out to experiment with the original Fathead dough recipe, I tested many variations: 1. all almond flour, 2. almond flour and coconut flour, 3. almond flour and protein isolate and 4. almond flour and oat fiber. …..cooking as I write! I’m so happy to hear, Wendy. I have your email address now, so I will add you to the newsletter. I was so thrilled to see this recipe. I like them hot or room temp, but you could reheat. How to Make Fathead Dough. What makes it cheeseburger? Thanks! -Kim. It’s a great recipe. This time I did pepper jack in the casserole. Stir in the almond flour, egg, and Italian seasoning to combine. Oh my word! It was fantastic! Thanks for taking the time to let me know and to rate the recipe. Have a great day. I can switch out the stuffing with breakfast or pizza ingredients! Sorry I don’t have a more specific answer for you. The dough was easy to work with. 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! Yes, Scott, it is less bread-like in texture, but it will still work. Yes, the dough looks terrible like there was a mistake, but if it can folded over, it does what it’s supposed to do. have you ever used tapioca flour in this or anything else? Okay… I have not tried Jay Robb egg white protein in this recipe. The dough will stiffen up a little bit and be less sticky when it is cold. I made three big ham pockets and cut them into 6 pieces after baking. -Kim, Thanks a Mil Kim!!! I’m totally imagining the “Nailed it!” pictures in my head. Microwave on high for 20 seconds at a time until melted. I will most definitely have to make a mushroom and Swiss filling next time. I love hearing when kids like recipes. You should of put that I needed parchment paper at the top of the recipe when I am shopping for ingredients??. I flip it over once or twice and re position the paper, keeping the dough in the middle. Place the pieces of cream cheese on top and microwave for 1 1/2 - 2 minutes. -Kim, Wow these are so super tasty – I added a teeny amount of wholegrain mustard …… yummy. Luckily, you can start a new way of eating at any time. Learn how your comment data is processed. Thanks for the tips and taking the time to comment. -Kim. This didn’t work for me, the dough was too sticky to lift off the parchment paper. Thank you for the feedback, Rthomp. So glad you liked them. 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. I think it’s best to thaw them the night before in the refrigerator, but I have never tried re-heating them right out of the freezer. Have a nice night. Thanks a bundle for sharing this and other recipes! Enjoy warm right out of the oven with butter or cream cheese or use them as a low carb sandwich bun. Enjoy. Add the melted cheese to the egg and stir to combine. Thank you for this fantastic recipe! Thank you! I use Isopure because it is zero carb. Please let me know what you did and how it worked. If it’s still a little to sticky, add a little more almond flour. Hi Christy. I think you are going to love this recipe! Have a great weekend. Add egg and large pinch of salt. 7. level 2. bubbles2500. What an amazing trick, Deborah! Have a nice week. I am getting really bored and I am hoping your recipes will inspire me. -Kim. I just started a Keto regiment and this dough is absolutely legit! What kind of whey protein powder do you use? All baked in! Used shredded monterrey jack cheese instead of mozarella 2. Thank you very much for your nice comment. and only up to 1 scoop in any baking recipe. -Kim. What about ground sunflower seed flour or ground cashews? I almost have a true bread-like/pastry consistency nailed with this hot pocket dough and plan to do great things with it. Mix with a rubber spatula until thoroughly combined. If you are interested in Pizza recipes check out the Low Carb Sausage Kale Ricotta Pizza, Supreme Pizza, or low carb Classic Pepperoni Pizza. Enjoy your week. I bet I could make these and everyone would be happy! I hope this helps. Thank you so much. And, I’m stoked to hear that they freeze and reheat well just like a normal hot pocket. It is my favorite. Have a great week and thanks for commenting. Secrets, tips & recipes to keep you on track! Have a great evening. I tweaked this a little because I was using a different filling instead of ham & cheese. -Kim. I don’t know anything about protein powder. The dough is very delicate. I made these this morning as I wanted something extra yummy for breakfast. Hi, Stepanie. <3, Deb, I’m glad you liked the recipe. With a large sharp knife, cut the dough down the length, cutting it in half. This recipe is amazing! :) Hot oven! Lolol.They will either be undercooked or well toasted!!! It won’t work well with a soft dough like this, but if you keep the parchment paper underneath, it folds and holds well enough to get it to the baking pan. Isn’t it great when your dish unexpectedly turns out good, after all? I don’t need carbs when it tastes like this! You may add more almond flour. Thank you. -Kim. Hi, I'm Kim. So easy! Quest unflavored is my *Go To” because of the company’s integrity and mission statement. -Kim. Cooked for approx 2-3 per side on a hot griddle. Just made these for the family and they were a huge hit! Try El Monterey Signature Chicken & Monterey Jack Cheese Chimichangas! I am excited to make this, as the other recipes I’ve made of yours have been terrific! Oh, I love the idea of steak and cheddar! -Kim. View all posts by Kim Hardesty | Website | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest, Filed Under: Appetizers, Lunch Tagged With: Fat Head Dough, Under 30 Minutes. Place 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese and cream cheese in a microwave-safe bowl and heat until melted, about 1 1/2 minutes. My gut is saying that you may need to add another egg and like 1/3 cup of almond flour. Thanks for sharing your favorite protein powder with us Charlene! Yes, use the flaxseed meal. That’s a good question. -Kim. Hi Christy, I would like to try this recipe, however my husband can’t have whey protein powder. Remove the top sheet of parchment, place on a baking sheet and bake in the oven for about 12 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. They actually turned out really great, as you can see from the pictures. Wanted to share I trick I have found to deal with Fat Head dough that keeps it intact while you position and form it. Mix and knead the dough until it forms a ball on it’s own. Drum roll……..Pizza Pockets! Wonderful! Can these be frozen? Place on a baking tray and form into a garlic bread shape. Looks tempting but my son has a nut-allergy. The dough was so easy to work with and not too sticky at all. :), Hi Leanna. The good thing is that you don’t ever have to get bored on this eating plan – you can make a low carb version of most things. Place the dough onto parchment paper and cover it with another sheet. Here are 30 Fathead Cheese Dough Recipes for every carby craving. I’ll be using this for a whole lot of other applications in the future! I’m allergic to whey power. You made my day! 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. Add the milk, egg, cheese and butter to your bread machine. Start with Fathead dough on the bottom, layer the meat sauce, peppers and cheese. These low carb ham and cheese pockets make fun snack or meal. 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! Have a great week. The dough gets a little better as it cools, but when it is warm, it is pretty sticky. Used plastic wrap and a wine bottle to roll them out, reheating dough ballsfor 5 secomds in microwave before rolling 4. Fathead Dough Pizza Crust; You can make both of these low carb pizza crust options. Roll out the dough until it is almost as big as the parchment paper. I move the dough to the baking sheet and fill the pocket WITH THE PAPER STILL ATTAHCED….fold the pocket in half using the paper “backing” to aid you, and seal it…THEN remove the paper and crimp the edges of the dough/pocket. Bake for 20 minute or until the low carb ham and cheese pocket is golden brown. I often use Google and the Alexa app to convert from ounces to grams for me and vice-versa. Ground beef with minced onion, cheddar, and a small swipe of ketchup, mustard, and a bit of unsweetened dill relish right on top. I had my site switched over to a new host this weekend and it took longer than anticipated. I totally thought I had messed-up and was a little upset when I put these into the oven. I have only used zero carb whey protein isolate in my recipes. I get the unflavored, but I have purchased the vanilla and the chocolate in the past. The picture I took of them would be great for ‘nailed it’ on Pinterest! [This post and recipe contain affiliate links.]. Have a wonderful Sunday. Mar 16, 2019 - These cheddar cheese buns are ultra low carb and delicious. I have some mini cake (tart) forms, diced beef, etc. !It takes just like a fast food burger. Someone used flax egg for the recipe and said it worked. I really like the protein powder, Kat, but you can also try oat fiber and coconut flour. Fathead Dough. Hi Julie. In a microwave safe bowl, add all of the cheese and microwave in 30 second increments until melted. What kind of protein powder is best? You can e-mail me any time for more questions. Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Simple & tasty :), They sound delicious, Ane! Once it is melting add the cheeses to the pan. Thanks for sharing, Laura. Mixed the bacon with the cheddar, some homemade pizza sauce, mushrooms and onion. I love hot pockets, now I can have it the healthy low carb way!. Remove and stir until creamy and smooth. Have fun playing with the recipe. I’ve been dying for sandwiches, I should make a bunch and freeze them. Work mozzarella/cc mixture into dough. -Kim, Can you post the recipe in grams pls I have never use ounce, Hi Zah. I was in too much of a rush, I am sorry. I didn’t even try to seal the dough. How about using ground sunflower seeds? What can I use to substitute the Whey protein powder? I like to buy the unflavored Isopure brand by Nature’s Best. It lasts forever because the serving size is 2 scoops and I only ever use 1 in a protein shake (aka. Set your machine to make dough. Hi Cristy. Top with the cheese and put under the broiler until the cheese is melted, about five minutes. Hi Monika. ? If you freeze them, thaw overnight in the refrigerator. So 400F and 200C. In a large microwave safe bowl, add in the mozzarella cheese, almond flour, and salt. Have a wonderful day! THANK YOU! I must say too, these held up perfectly for dipping in au jus! Hi Lori. Even my kids absolutely loved them. -Kim, These were an absolute disaster! You're in the right place! Thanks for letting me know. It’s a circular cookie cutter looking thing that has crimps molded into it and hinges that allow it to close like pacman. Put the grated Monterey Jack into a medium microwaveable bowl. Looking for great low or no salt recipes too! You can even sub coconut flour or oat fiber for the protein powder. In medium saucepan add the kerrygold butter. Since I have no protein powder, I was hoping I could sub oat fiber. Thanks for your question and have a nice day! ? Have a nice week, Judy! I know that the pizza dough freezes beautifully, but I have not frozen these yet – they don’t last that long. How To Start A Low Carb Diet In 3 Easy Steps! -Kim. I think you’ll like it. 1. I took the advice in one comment and used the parchment paper to provide stability to the dough when wrapping it over the filling. 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. -Kim. -Kim. These fathead dough crackers are made with Pepper Jack cheese, but you can make them with any cheese you like best. Have a great day. Add the egg and … No problem. Enjoy your weekend. I love their low carb Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough bars and Peanut butter protein powder. I love the idea of pepperoni and Provolone – I’m trying that combination for sure! These are so amazing!!!! Can you use jay robb egg protein power instead? Oh nice! I like using Isopure Zero Carb Protein Powder which I get at The Vitamin Shoppe, or on Amazon. Melted dough in microwave oven, about 90seconds 3. You could grind them up in a food processor. 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) Required fields are marked *. The whey protein powder gives it more of real break-like texture, but it is still good with all almond flour. My husband informed me this recipe is a definite keeper. Hi, Thank you. 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. Her recipes are featured in newsstand publications and on sites all over the internet. Now I am in a pickle! The term ‘Fat Head dough’ comes from ‘Fat Head pizza’, a recipe posted on author/filmmaker/comedian Tom Naughton’s blog. 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. 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. -Kim. Enjoy the game and thanks for taking the time to let me know how you like the recipe. I added a bit of garlic & some Italian seasoning. I will look into it a little later. Kim, first, great recipe! Place one slice of cheese towards the bottom of each rectangle (on the shorter side) and scrunch up a piece of ham on top. He’s already talking about different ways to stuff them. -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. Please excuse my arrogance! Lol. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. 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. Some bloggers will add whey protein isolate to recipes to achieve a more bread-like or cake-like texture in their baked goods. Let me know if you have any more questions. I’ve had the flathead dough before and I’m not a huge fan, maybe this will help?! I was a little worried they’d crumble but that was not the case at all! One last thing…. Although I have never had a hot pocket before I imagine they taste very much like these do – which is pretty great! I took absolutely no care in trying to make them look nice. Figure this could adapt to sausage rolls too – my next task :), Glad you liked the recipe Ane. How is 2 cups of almond flour considered 4 ounces? This time around I pre-cut and stuffed 8 homemade pockets. You just need to watch out for the moisture. Have a nice day. Lift the top piece of parchment off and patch the corners to get an even rectangle. i know it has a bit more carbs, just wondering whit it might do for the texture, since i have it & not the protein powder. 1 ounce cheddar cheese; Procedure: In a saucepan, melt the butter and add the dry ingredients and allow to perfume for about a minute. This recipe looks so good!, love your recipes!. 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. A … -Kim. In a separate bowl, whisk egg until beaten. It’s pretty forgiving. I thought it was a wash for sure. I’m so sorry about that. Merry greetings from the Netherlands, Cona, I’m so sorry! I hear you about trying to influence teens! I want my boys to eat healthier, and they live those (teenagers… I have less control now!). 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!!!! Now let’s make the fathead dough. I KNOW! Pour the melted butter mixture onto the cooked Fathead dough and spread it around covering the entire surface. We’re going to experiment with more fillings but I can easily see myself preparing these during the week for quick lunches. Heat on medium heat until it begins to melt. For future knowledge, I have a US to metric conversion chart for all of the common low carb baking ingredients. Remove from oven, top with cheese and your favorite toppings, place it under the broiler until the cheese melts and enjoy your keto pizza! (Remember to reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees if using an electric oven.) For the stuffing, I filled them with homemade Italian beef, mushrooms, provolone on one side & mozzarella on the other. I did not try to make the pockets perfect, I just gently pulled the dough over the filling and popped them in the oven. She began her low carb journey in 2009 and at the urging of friends, started blogging in 2014. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Thanks! Stand Mixer Method: Melt the cheeses together in the microwave (or on the stove). Thanks for your question. Love your recipes! I have been doing this diet for about 8 months and have lost about 16 pounds… which I am not happy with overall. We always eat these immediately, but they will freeze. NOTE: If the dough is too warm, it will be hard to handle. Going to give these a shot with the sliced steak, sauteed onions and cheese…..Philly Cheesesteaks here we come. Stir and heat for another 30 seconds more if not completely melted. -Kim. To the same bowl, add the almond flour, salt, spices, and egg. I also made them slightly bigger so I cooked them at 375, perfection! Can fathead dough be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge? Once combined, add … Turned out perfectly and were SOOO easy!!! Preheat the oven to 400F and place the rack in the middle. Put the cheeses in a pot over low heat. The texture won’t be as bread-like, but they will still taste good. Have a great day. Hello! 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! I have some leftover flank steak from dinner yesterday. GREAT JOB! ( I didn’t use *this recipe, per se, but a fathead dough recipe similar to this) I recently made some cheeseburger pinwheels, but the beef couldn’t hold the spiral together well , so I’m considering making cheeseburger pockets. -Kim. It’s especially great if someone is allergic to coconut flour, which is often used for the same effect. Frustrated, I patched what I could, folded the dough over the filling and baked them. Posted the exact same thing last week, but with Irish Porter cheese instead. I am sure that you can use all coconut flour if you wish, but am unsure how much you would use. You mentioned trying that as one option, can you offer what features you did and did not like when you tried oat fiber? It is soft and sticky and I didn’t have to be precise about folding it over for the recipe to work. Hi Sharon. -Kim, “We made these for dinner tonight and they are awesome!!! What does it do for the dough? Can’t wait to try some recipes. A tub lasts me two years. I wouldn’t go longer than 5 days because of the raw egg. Thanks! It was very easy to make. I don’t know anything about protein powders! Then when they turned out so nicely I thought that almost anyone could make these. We shall see how it turns out! What could be a good alternative for almond flour? I added the info you requested. Cut two sheets of parchment big enough to cover the entire bottom of a large sheet pan. New diagnosis of diabetes so looking for flavorful low carb meals. I have allergy issues with the protein powder. 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! Copyright © 2021 Low Carb Maven on the Foodie Pro Theme. Keep the recipes flowing. Maria, your filling sounds amazing! We shall see!? Place the pieces of cream cheese on top and microwave for 1 1/2 - 2 … -Kim, Just curious if you’ve made anything else with that beautiful dough yet? Haha! What a surprise to see how perfect they turned out! 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 may do ecited about the Hot Picket recipe! Letting the dough cool before handling makes it easier, but it is still very sticky. You can use 2-3 more tablespoons of almond flour, Gypsy. 1 cup mild cheddar cheese. You mean that everyone isn’t American? You don’t have to use the protein powder. They reheat marvelously! Stir well. Thanks Chantel. I’m so happy you like the recipe, Cheryl. Terms and Privacy Also, I didn’t have the whey protein powder, so I subbed 2tbsp of gluten free flour. And, I have to apologize for laughing so hard that coffee came out of my nose. Hi, Thank you so much for your kind words, Jen. -Kim. You, my friend, are a genius! Aug 19, 2019 - Happy keto snacking! I tested oat fiber, coconut flour, and protein powder in the dough recipe and posted the ingredients that yielded the best tasting and textured product. -Kim. -Kim. Now continue your layers. I’m drooling at the thought! Enjoying these for lunch right now. Any recommendations on what kind of protein powder to use? Thanks for taking the time to share your changes and for telling me how you liked the recipe. I love filled hand pockets and am thrilled that you are happy with the recipe. Is it possible to make this without a microwave? Can you substitute the Whey Protein Powder? My dough is a little different is all. If the mixture is hard … I used a touch extra Almond Flour and skipped the protein powder. -Kim. Just remember that because of the cheese, they are full of calories and super filling.