Description
Savory Breakfast Pop Tarts are a delicious twist on the traditional sweet treat, perfect for a hearty morning meal or a grab-and-go snack. These savory pastries are filled with scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, and melted cheddar cheese, all wrapped in a flaky pie crust.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust:
- 1 refrigerated pie crust (or homemade)
Filling:
- 4 large eggs
- 4 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives (optional)
For Assembly:
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Unroll the pie crust and cut into 8 equal rectangles.
- Prepare Filling: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Scramble the mixture in a skillet over medium heat until just set. Remove from heat and stir in chopped bacon and shredded cheese.
- Assemble: Place 4 crust rectangles on the prepared baking sheet. Spoon the egg mixture evenly onto each, leaving a border. Top with remaining crust rectangles, pressing the edges with a fork to seal.
- Bake: Brush tops with egg wash. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before serving. Optional: sprinkle with chopped chives.
Notes
- You can substitute sausage or add sautéed veggies for variety.
- Pop tarts freeze well—reheat in toaster oven or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pop tart
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
