Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts with Sausage Gravy and Cheddar Recipe
These Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts combine flaky homemade pastry dough with a rich sausage gravy filling and fluffy scrambled eggs, topped with melted cheese and seasoning for a hearty and satisfying morning treat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 pop-tarts 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Sausage Gravy Filling
- ¼ pound breakfast sausage
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1¼ cups whole milk
- ¼ teaspoon seasoned salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon minced fresh rosemary (optional)
- A pinch of dried sage (optional)
For the Egg Filling
- 5 large eggs, scrambled
Optional Topping
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Jack cheese
- Your favorite seasoning blend (for sprinkling)
For the Pastry Dough
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable shortening
- ½ cup cold butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 5 tablespoons cold water
For Assembly
- 1 large egg + 2 tablespoons water (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Make the sausage gravy: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and crumble the breakfast sausage until browned and crisp, about 5 to 7 minutes. Do not drain the fat.
- Thicken the gravy: Sprinkle in the flour and stir well to absorb the fat. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes to remove the raw flour taste. Slowly whisk in the whole milk, reduce heat to medium-low, and stir until thickened, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Season the gravy: Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in seasoned salt, black pepper, and optional herbs like fresh rosemary and dried sage. Set aside.
- Prepare the scrambled eggs: In a separate pan, scramble the 5 large eggs to your preferred doneness. Set aside.
- Make the pastry dough: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Cut in vegetable shortening and cold butter until the mixture forms pea-sized crumbs.
- Bring the dough together: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 large egg, white vinegar, and cold water. Add this mixture to the flour mixture and stir until a dough forms.
- Roll and cut the dough: Divide the dough in half. On a floured surface, roll out one portion to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut the dough into 3×4-inch rectangles; you will need two rectangles per pop-tart.
- Assemble the pop-tarts: Place half the rectangles on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the edges with egg wash made from 1 egg plus 2 tablespoons water. Add scrambled eggs and sausage gravy to the center of each rectangle. Cover with a second rectangle and crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
- Top and bake: Brush the tops of the sealed pop-tarts with egg wash. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar or Jack cheese and your chosen seasoning blend. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Let the pop-tarts cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy them warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- You can omit the cheese for a dairy-free variant, or use a vegan cheese alternative.
- Fresh herbs like rosemary and sage enhance the flavor, but can be skipped if unavailable.
- Make sure to seal the edges well to prevent filling leakage during baking.
- These pop-tarts can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in an oven or toaster oven.
- Use cold ingredients for the dough to ensure flakiness in the pastry.
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