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all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a unique flavor.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup offers a similar sweetness with a different flavor.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Nutritional yeast is vegan and adds a cheesy flavor.

Mix warm water and yeast in a bowl; let sit until frothy, about 5 minutes.

Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl.

Add the yeast mixture, milk, melted butter, and eggs to the dry ingredients; mix until combined.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.

Place the dough in a greased bowl; cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Punch down the risen dough and divide into equal portions.

Roll each portion into a flat circle; place cheese and herbs in the center.

Fold the edges over the filling to seal, forming a pocket.

Brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds and za'atar.

Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 20-25 minutes.

Drizzle with honey before serving.

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