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Two perfectly baked homemade breakfast hot pockets stacked on top of each other, showing a flaky golden crust.

Homemade Breakfast Hot Pockets (Easy & Crispy!)

Learn how to make the best Homemade Breakfast Hot Pockets! This easy, freezer-friendly recipe delivers a perfectly crispy crust and a cheesy sausage and egg filling.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 pockets
Course: Breakfast, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb breakfast sausage crumbled
  • 6 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 cans refrigerated pizza dough
  • 1 large egg beaten for egg wash

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Baking sheet

Instructions
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and crumbled. Drain any excess grease.
  3. Whisk the eggs in a bowl. Add them to the same skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and just set. Do not overcook.
  4. Return the sausage to the skillet with the eggs. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, onion powder, and garlic powder. Mix until combined and set aside to cool slightly.
  5. Unroll the pizza dough onto a lightly floured surface. Roll it into a large rectangle and cut into 8 smaller, equal-sized rectangles.
  6. Spoon about 1/4 cup of the filling onto one half of each dough rectangle, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Fold the other half of the dough over the filling.
  7. Use a fork to firmly crimp and seal the three open edges of each pocket.
  8. Arrange the pockets on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the beaten egg wash and cut a small slit in the top of each pocket for steam to vent.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pockets are puffed up and deep golden brown.

Notes

Ensure the filling has cooled slightly before adding it to the dough to prevent it from becoming soggy.
Seal the edges very well with a fork to prevent the filling from leaking out during baking.
For reheating, use an air fryer or oven for the crispiest results.
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