why make this recipe
Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts are a fun and delicious way to kick-start your day. They bring together savory flavors like eggs, cheese, and bacon in a warm, flaky pastry. Making these pop-tarts at home allows you to control the ingredients for a fresher taste. They’re perfect for busy mornings, and you can even prepare them in advance for an easy grab-and-go breakfast!
how to make Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts
Ingredients:
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 6-8 tablespoons ice water
- 6 large eggs, scrambled and cooled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
- ¼ cup finely chopped green onions
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water (egg wash)
- Flaky sea salt for sprinkling
Directions:
Step 1: Prepare the Pastry Dough
In a large bowl, whisk the flour and salt together. Add the cold cubed butter. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the dough looks like coarse crumbs with some larger pieces. Slowly sprinkle in ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing with a fork until the dough starts to come together. Split the dough into two parts, shape them into disks, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
Step 2: Prepare Your Filling
While the dough chills, cook the filling ingredients and let them cool. Scramble the eggs until they are just set but a little moist. In a bowl, mix the cooled scrambled eggs, shredded cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped green onions, pepper, and garlic powder. Gently stir to combine everything without breaking up the eggs too much.
Step 3: Assemble the Pop-Tarts
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Roll out one disk of dough on a floured surface to about ⅛-inch thick. Cut into 3×4-inch rectangles and place them on the prepared baking sheets. Spoon around 2 tablespoons of filling onto each rectangle, leaving a ½-inch space around the edges.
Step 4: Seal and Decorate
Roll out the second disk of dough and cut it into matching rectangles. Place these on top of the filled rectangles. Press around the filling to remove air pockets and seal the edges firmly. Use a fork to crimp the edges and cut a few small vents in the top of each pop-tart. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
Step 5: Bake to Golden Perfection
Bake the Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts for 20-25 minutes, rotating the baking sheets halfway through. They should be golden brown when done. Let them cool slightly before serving as the filling will be very hot. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature!
how to serve Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts
Serve these pop-tarts as a breakfast treat or a brunch option. They pair nicely with a side of fresh fruit or a light salad for a complete meal. You can also enjoy them with a hot cup of coffee or tea.
how to store Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts
Keep any leftover Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. You can also freeze them for up to three months. To reheat, simply pop them in the oven or toaster until warm.
tips to make Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts
- Keep Everything Cold: Make sure your butter is cold and the water is ice-cold to get a flaky texture.
- Don’t Overmix: When making the dough, mix just until combined to avoid a tough pastry.
- Try Different Fillings: Feel free to swap out the bacon and cheese for other ingredients like sausage, ham, or different types of cheese.
variation
You can customize your Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts with different fillings. Consider adding veggies like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.
FAQs
Q1: Can I make these pop-tarts gluten-free?
Yes! You can swap the all-purpose flour for a gluten-free flour blend.
Q2: How long do they keep in the freezer?
They can be frozen for up to three months. Just be sure to wrap them tightly to prevent freezer burn.
Q3: Can I bake them without an egg wash?
Yes, you can skip the egg wash. They will still turn out great, but won’t have the shiny finish.
Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts
Ingredients
For the Pastry Dough
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 6-8 tablespoons ice water
For the Filling
- 6 large eggs, scrambled and cooled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 0.25 cup finely chopped green onions
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water (egg wash)
- to taste flaky sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
Preparation of Dough
- In a large bowl, whisk the flour and salt together. Add the cold cubed butter. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the dough looks like coarse crumbs with some larger pieces.
- Slowly sprinkle in ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing with a fork until the dough starts to come together.
- Split the dough into two parts, shape them into disks, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
Preparation of Filling
- While the dough chills, cook the filling ingredients and let them cool. Scramble the eggs until they are just set but a little moist.
- In a bowl, mix the cooled scrambled eggs, shredded cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped green onions, pepper, and garlic powder. Gently stir to combine everything without breaking up the eggs too much.
Assembly
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll out one disk of dough on a floured surface to about ⅛-inch thick. Cut into 3×4-inch rectangles and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Spoon around 2 tablespoons of filling onto each rectangle, leaving a ½-inch space around the edges.
Sealing and Decorating
- Roll out the second disk of dough and cut it into matching rectangles.
- Place these on top of the filled rectangles. Press around the filling to remove air pockets and seal the edges firmly.
- Use a fork to crimp the edges and cut a few small vents in the top of each pop-tart.
- Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
Baking
- Bake the Savory Breakfast Pop-Tarts for 20-25 minutes, rotating the baking sheets halfway through.
- They should be golden brown when done. Let them cool slightly before serving as the filling will be very hot.