Flaky, melty, and ready in minutes!
These homemade breakfast hot pockets are the ultimate grab-and-go morning treat! 🥐✨ Packed with fluffy scrambled eggs, gooey cheese, and savory beef bacon (or turkey bacon), they’re perfect for busy mornings when you still want something warm and comforting. You can make them ahead, freeze them, and pop them in the oven or air fryer for a golden, crispy breakfast any day of the week. This quick and budget-friendly recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
⏱️ Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 6 pockets
📝 Ingredients
- 1 package refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 oz)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cooked beef bacon (or turkey bacon), chopped
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions (optional)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp butter or oil for cooking
✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free:
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk or fork
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Spatula
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scramble the Eggs: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Melt butter in a skillet and cook eggs over medium heat, stirring until just set (about 3–4 minutes).
- Add the Good Stuff: Stir in chopped beef bacon and green onions. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Assemble Pockets: Unroll crescent dough and separate into rectangles. Pinch seams closed. Spoon the egg mixture onto half of each rectangle and sprinkle with cheese.
- Seal & Bake: Fold the dough over the filling and press edges with a fork to seal. Place on the baking sheet and bake for 15–18 minutes, until golden and flaky.
- Serve Hot: Let cool for 2 minutes, then enjoy warm and cheesy! 😍
💡 Pro Tips
- Make-Ahead Magic: Freeze baked pockets in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Reheat in oven or air fryer.
- Custom Fillings: Try swapping cheddar for pepper jack or mozzarella for a fun twist!
- No Beef Bacon? Use diced smoked chicken or turkey sausage.
- Add Veggies: Toss in bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms for extra nutrients and color.