You have got off to a great start by building some muscle. That will allow you to burn off that fat more quickly. Firstly create an eating plan that really works for you. I eat five or six small meals each day, and allow myself to snack on fresh crisp crunchy delicious raw vegetables whenever I want. I don’t feel hungry and am not tempted to overeat. Create your own plan that works for you.
If the thought of a run around the track near your house does not have you excitedly jump out of bed just before the alarm rings at 5am each morning, then choose an activity that does. Dancing or whatever you really enjoy that can be done at sufficient intensity. For many people, a short high intensity exercise is as effective as a mile jog, as the body keeps consuming calories for some time afterwards.