Bacon Cheeseburger Hot Pockets

Steps

Prepare and Bake

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190 °C) (190°C (375 °F)). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Make the dough by combining the self-rising flour, Greek yogurt, garlic salt, and Italian seasoning in a large bowl. Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then knead briefly until smooth and cohesive. Avoid over-kneading, which can make the dough tough.

3. 3

   Cook the lean ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it into small pieces, until browned and no longer pink, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

   Start 8-minute timer
4. 4

   Add the meat-filling garlic salt, smoked paprika, onion powder, and diced onion to the cooked beef. Stir and cook until the onion softens and the seasonings are fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.

   Start 4-minute timer
5. 5

   Add the minced pickles, ketchup, yellow mustard, and light mayonnaise. Stir until the beef mixture is evenly coated, then remove the skillet from the heat.

6. 6

   Stir in the fat-free cheddar, cooked center-cut bacon, and fat-free mozzarella. Let the filling cool until warm rather than hot so it is easier to enclose in the dough.

7. 7

   Divide the dough into 10 equal portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a thin oval or rectangle large enough to hold one-tenth of the filling.

8. 8

   Place one-tenth of the cheeseburger filling in the center of each piece of dough. Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges firmly closed, sealing completely. Place the pockets seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

9. 9

   Bake the hot pockets for approximately 20–25 minutes, until the dough is cooked through and lightly golden. Allow them to cool for several minutes before serving.

   Start 25-minute timer

Freezing Instructions

10. 10

    To freeze, wrap each cooled hot pocket in aluminum foil or place it in an airtight freezer bag. Freeze for up to 1 month.

Reheating Instructions

11. 11

    To reheat from frozen, wrap one hot pocket in a wet paper towel and place it on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave for 3–4 minutes, checking that the center is hot.

    Start 4-minute timer
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    For a crisp exterior, toast the reheated hot pocket in a pan or air fryer for a few minutes before serving.