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Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts with Sausage Gravy and Cheddar Recipe

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These Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts combine a flaky, buttery pastry crust filled with creamy sausage gravy and fluffy scrambled eggs. Topped with melted cheddar cheese and a sprinkle of seasoning, these homemade breakfast treats are perfect for a hearty start to your day or a special brunch.

Ingredients

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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)

Egg Filling

  • 5 large eggs, scrambled
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Jack cheese (optional topping)
  • Your favorite seasoning blend (for sprinkling)

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

Assembly

  • 1 large egg + 2 tablespoons water (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Make the sausage gravy: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and crumble the breakfast sausage until it is browned and crisp, about 5 to 7 minutes. Do not drain the fat as this will be used for thickening the gravy.
  2. Thicken the gravy: Sprinkle the flour over the cooked sausage and stir well to absorb the fat. Cook the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes to remove the raw flour taste. Slowly whisk in the whole milk, then reduce heat to medium-low and continue stirring until the gravy thickens, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  3. Season the gravy: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the seasoned salt, black pepper, and optional herbs like fresh rosemary and dried sage. Set the sausage gravy aside to cool slightly.
  4. Prepare the scrambled eggs: In a separate pan, scramble the 5 large eggs to your preferred doneness. Set aside once cooked.
  5. Make the pastry dough: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour with 1 teaspoon salt. Cut in 1 cup vegetable shortening and ½ cup cold butter until the mixture resembles pea-sized crumbs.
  6. Bring the dough together: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 large egg, 1 tablespoon white vinegar, and 5 tablespoons cold water. Add this liquid mixture to the flour mixture and stir until dough forms, handling just enough to combine.
  7. Roll and cut the dough: Divide the dough in half. On a floured surface, roll out one portion to about ⅛-inch thickness. Cut the dough into 3 by 4-inch rectangles, making sure you have two rectangles for each pop-tart.
  8. Assemble the pop-tarts: Place half the rectangles onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the edges lightly with the egg wash (1 egg mixed with 2 tablespoons water). Spoon scrambled eggs and sausage gravy into the center of each rectangle, then cover with the second rectangle. Crimp the edges firmly with a fork to seal.
  9. Top and bake: Brush the tops of the assembled pop-tarts with the remaining egg wash. Sprinkle shredded cheddar or Jack cheese and your favorite seasoning blend over the tops. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and cooked through.
  10. Cool and serve: Remove the pop-tarts from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving, ensuring the filling sets and the pop-tarts hold together well.

Notes

  • You can omit the rosemary and sage if you prefer a simpler sausage gravy flavor.
  • Use any cheese you like; sharp cheddar adds a nice tangy contrast.
  • Make sure to chill your butter before cutting it into the flour for flakier pastry.
  • If you don’t have white vinegar, lemon juice works as a substitute to tenderize the dough.
  • Leftover pop-tarts can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in the oven for a few minutes for best texture.

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