Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts (Print Format)
Golden crust packed with sausage gravy, fluffy eggs, and cheese. The perfect blend of buttery and savory flavors.
# Ingredients:
→ Filling
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1/4 pound breakfast sausage
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1-1/4 cup milk
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1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon minced rosemary (optional)
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1 pinch sage (optional)
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5 scrambled eggs (cooked separately)
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1 cup shredded cheddar or jack cheese (optional topping)
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Everyday Seasoning or other seasoning of choice
→ Poptart Dough
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 cup vegetable shortening
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1/2 cup butter
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1 large egg
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1 tablespoon white vinegar
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5 tablespoons cold water
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1 extra egg plus 2 tablespoons water (for egg wash)
# Steps:
01 -
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the breakfast sausage, breaking it apart as it cooks, until browned with crispy bits, about 5-7 minutes. Without draining the fat, stir in the flour until fully absorbed and simmer for 2-3 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste. Slowly whisk in the milk, reduce heat to medium-low, and stir as the gravy thickens, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat and mix in seasoned salt, black pepper, and optional rosemary or sage. Set aside.
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In a separate skillet, cook the 5 eggs until scrambled to your liking. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Using a large fork, cut in the shortening and butter until the mixture is crumbly with pea-sized pieces. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, white vinegar, and cold water. Pour the liquid mixture into the flour mixture and stir until a dough ball forms.
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Divide the dough in half for easier handling. Roll each portion out on a floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness. Cut out rectangles measuring 3x4 inches for the pop tarts.
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Place half of the dough rectangles onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Wet the edges of the dough with egg wash. Spoon scrambled eggs and sausage gravy onto the centers. Gently stretch the remaining dough rectangles to cover the filling. Use a fork to crimp and seal the edges.
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush the tops of the pop tarts with egg wash and, if desired, sprinkle with seasoning or cheese. Place the pop tarts close together on the baking sheet as they will not expand. Bake for 25 minutes, then allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.