Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts: The Best Make-Ahead Delight!

Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts are a delightful, customizable breakfast option perfect for busy mornings, combining flaky pastry with rich, cheesy fillings.

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Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Easy Breakfast, Family-Friendly Recipes, homemade pop-tarts, make ahead breakfast, portable breakfast, Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts

Prep Time: 30

Cook Time: 25

Chill Time: 15

Total Time: 1 10

Servings: pop-tarts

Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

Skillet
Mixing Bowl
Rolling Pin
baking sheet
Oven

Ingredients

For the Pastry Dough

1 batch Pastry Dough homemade or store-bought
2 cups All-Purpose Flour essential for the dough
1/4 cup Milk avoid low-fat options for richness
1 large Egg for binding and crust color

For the Filling

1 lb Breakfast Sausage or swap for bacon or ham
4 large Eggs scrambled
1 cup Cheese optional; add cheddar or mozzarella
1 tsp Seasoned Salt
1/2 tsp Black Pepper
1 tbsp Herbs optional; fresh rosemary or dried sage

For the Gravy

2 tbsp Flour for thickening
1 cup Milk for creamy consistency

Instructions

How to Make Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and crispy. Sprinkle in the flour, whisk in the milk until thickened, and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
In a separate pan, scramble the eggs to your desired doneness, then set aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in shortening and butter until coarse crumbs form. Add an egg, vinegar, and cold water, then mix until a dough forms. Chill briefly if possible.
Roll the dough to about ⅛ inch thick on a floured surface and cut into rectangles measuring 3x4 inches.
Place half of the rectangles on a lined baking sheet. Brush edges with egg wash, add a spoonful of the sausage gravy and scrambled eggs, then cover with remaining rectangles. Crimp edges to seal.
Brush tops with egg wash, sprinkle with cheese, and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 25 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For a balanced meal, serve with fresh fruit or a light salad. These pop-tarts are best enjoyed immediately but can be stored in the fridge or frozen for later use.

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