Description
These Puff Pastry Breakfast Hand Pies with Sausage, Egg & Cheese are a delicious and convenient handheld breakfast option. Featuring flaky puff pastry filled with savory browned sausage, scrambled eggs, and melted cheddar cheese, these hand pies bake to golden perfection and are perfect for busy mornings or brunch gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 1 package puff pastry, thawed
Filling
- 1 lb breakfast sausage
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 beaten egg mixed with a splash of water (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure the hand pies bake evenly and get a perfect golden finish.
- Prepare the Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the breakfast sausage, breaking it apart as it cooks until fully cooked. Remove from heat and set aside. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Pour the egg mixture into the same skillet and scramble until just set. Combine the scrambled eggs, cooked sausage, and cheddar cheese thoroughly.
- Roll Out the Puff Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut into 4-5 inch squares or circles suitable for forming hand pies.
- Assemble the Hand Pies: Place a generous spoonful of the sausage, egg, and cheese filling in the center of each pastry piece, being careful not to overfill.
- Seal the Hand Pies: Fold the pastry over the filling to make a pocket. Press edges firmly together and use a fork to crimp and seal properly, preventing filling leakage during baking.
- Bake: Arrange the sealed hand pies on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the tops with an egg wash (beaten egg mixed with water) to help them brown beautifully. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
Notes
- Ensure the puff pastry is well thawed to avoid cracking while rolling.
- For extra flavor, you can add herbs like chives or parsley to the filling.
- These hand pies are best served warm but can be reheated in an oven to regain crispiness.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Use a fork to crimp the edges tightly to prevent filling leakage.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: puff pastry, breakfast hand pies, sausage, eggs, cheddar cheese, handheld breakfast, brunch
