Description
These Sourdough Discard Breakfast Pockets turn leftover sourdough discard into flaky, cheesy, protein-packed handheld pastries filled with scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, and optional bacon or sausage. Perfect for Halloween and Thanksgiving breakfast, brunch, or an easy make-ahead meal.
Ingredients
- Dough:
- 1 cup sourdough discard
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cold butter
- 2 large eggs
- Filling:
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup cooked bacon or sausage (optional)
- Scrambled eggs made from the 2 large eggs listed above
- Egg Wash:
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix the sourdough discard, flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Beat the 2 eggs and mix them into the dough until it comes together.
- Let the dough rest for 10 minutes.
- Divide the dough into 6 equal portions and roll each portion into a small circle or oval.
- Prepare scrambled eggs with the 2 eggs incorporated into the dough mixture as specified in the recipe, then add cheddar cheese, scrambled eggs, and optional cooked bacon or sausage to one half of each dough round.
- Fold each dough round over the filling and crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
- Whisk together 1 egg and 1 tablespoon milk. Brush the egg wash over each pocket.
- Cut small slits in the top of each pocket and bake for 18–20 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let the pockets cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Customize the filling with your favorite breakfast meats or vegetables.
- The egg wash helps create a shiny, golden crust.
- Resting the dough for 10 minutes improves its texture and makes it easier to work with.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven until warmed through.
- The recipe lists 2 eggs in the dough and also refers to scrambled eggs made from those same eggs. For a clearly separated filling, prepare additional eggs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American