Ham & Cheese Protein Flatbread

Ham & Cheese Protein Flatbread

Transform deli classic flavors into a warm, gourmet meal with this GLP-1 friendly ham & cheese protein flatbread. A high-protein, yeast-free flatbread designed for deep savory comfort, high plate satisfaction, and steady blood sugar control. Plain Greek yogurt is combined with self-rising flour and savory seasonings to form a tender dough, par-baked, coated in a tangy Dijon-yogurt spread, topped with thin lean deli ham and melted part-skim mozzarella, and baked until bubbling.

Using plain Greek yogurt as the primary dough binder provides a rich dairy-protein base (casein and whey) that slows down gastric pacing, protecting lean muscle tissue while keeping hunger signals subdued for hours. Combining yogurt directly into the dough slashes the overall glycemic load compared to traditional white-flour bakery flatbreads. Paired with extra-lean deli ham and part-skim mozzarella, it delivers a high protein-to-fat ratio and a completely flat blood sugar response.

Yield 1 large flatbread
Serving Size Half of flatbread
Servings 2
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15–19 minutes total (8–10 min par-bake + 7–9 min with toppings)
Total Time 29 minutes

Estimated Nutrition

  • Calories: ~330 kcal

  • Protein: 28g

  • Net Carbohydrates: 37g

  • Dietary Fiber: 2g

  • Total Fat: 7g

  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g

  • Sodium: ~780mg

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 1 Cup Self-Rising Flour
  • ¼ tsp. Garlic Powder
  • ¼ tsp. Italian Seasoning
  • Pinch of Salt
  • 4 oz. Thin-Sliced Lean Deli Ham
  • ½ Cup Shredded Part-Skim Mozzarella
  • 1 tsp. Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tbsp. Plain Greek Yogurt, for spreading

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 425°F.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine 1 cup Greek yogurt, self-rising flour, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt.

Step 3

Stir until a soft dough forms. If sticky, add a small amount of flour.

Step 4

Place dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet and press into a thin rectangular or oval flatbread.

Step 5

Bake for 8–10 minutes.

Step 6

Remove from the oven and spread the Dijon and 1 tbsp Greek yogurt over the surface.

Step 7

Arrange ham evenly over the flatbread and sprinkle with mozzarella.

Step 8

Return to the oven and bake for another 7–9 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the edges are golden.

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