Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts

• servings: 6 servings
• active time: 15 minutes
• total time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

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

1 cup shredded cheddar or Jack cheese (optional topping)

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)

Directions

Step 1: Make the sausage gravy

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and crumble the sausage until browned and crisp, about 5–7 minutes. Do not drain the fat.

Step 2: Thicken the gravy

Sprinkle in the flour and stir well to absorb the fat. Cook for 2–3 minutes to remove the raw flour taste. Slowly whisk in the milk. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir until thickened, about 4–5 minutes.

Step 3: Season the gravy

Remove from heat. Stir in the seasoned salt, black pepper, and optional herbs. Set aside.

Step 4: Prepare the scrambled eggs

In a separate pan, scramble the eggs to your preferred doneness. Set aside.

Step 5: Make the pastry dough

Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Cut in shortening and cold butter until the mixture forms pea-sized crumbs.

Step 6: Bring the dough together

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, vinegar, and cold water. Add to the flour mixture and stir until a dough forms.

Step 7: Roll and cut the dough

Divide dough in half. On a floured surface, roll out one portion to about ⅛-inch thickness. Cut into 3x4-inch rectangles — you’ll need two rectangles per pop-tart.

Step 8: Assemble the pop-tarts

Place half the rectangles on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush edges with egg wash. Add scrambled eggs and sausage gravy in the center. Cover with a second rectangle and crimp the edges with a fork.

Step 9: Top and bake

Brush tops with egg wash. Sprinkle with shredded cheese and your chosen seasoning. Bake for 25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 10: Cool and serve

Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm!