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Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts

Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts: Easy, Freezer-friendly Delights

Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts are a convenient and customizable twist on a classic, perfect for busy mornings and impressing guests.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 pop-tarts
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Whole wheat can be used for a healthier option.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Use kosher or sea salt for best results.
  • 0.5 cup vegetable shortening Butter may be substituted for additional flavor.
  • 0.5 cup cold butter Can swap for margarine if necessary.
  • 1 large egg Acts as a binder.
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar Can replace with lemon juice if unavailable.
  • 5 tablespoons cold water Ensure it's very cold.
For the Savory Filling
  • 1 pound breakfast sausage Substitute with crumbled bacon or plant-based alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for gravy) Essential for texture.
  • 1 cup whole milk Do not substitute with low-fat for best results.
  • to taste seasoned salt Adjust to taste.
  • to taste black pepper Adjust to taste.
  • to taste fresh rosemary Optional herbs to elevate the flavor.
  • to taste dried sage Optional herbs to elevate the flavor.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • pastry cutter
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the breakfast sausage until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in flour and whisk in whole milk until thickened. Season and set aside to cool.
  2. In a non-stick pan, scramble eggs over medium heat until just set, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
  3. Preheat your oven to 375°F. In a bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in shortening and butter until coarse. Mix egg, vinegar, and water; add to flour mixture to form dough.
  4. Roll out dough to ⅛-inch thickness on a floured surface. Cut into rectangles measuring 3x4 inches.
  5. On a baking sheet lined with parchment, brush edges of one rectangle with egg wash, fill with scrambled eggs and sausage gravy, top with another rectangle, and seal the edges.
  6. Brush tops with egg wash and bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown and flaky.
  7. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pop-tartCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These pop-tarts are freezer-friendly and can be made ahead of time for easy breakfasts. Customize the fillings as desired.

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