Make a healthier version of a Breakfast Hot Pocket at home with this easy recipe that uses the bread machine and a few simple ingredients.
Back in my college days, I would grab some hot pockets for a savory breakfast and a quick meal. There were so many different flavors, and they were easy. But, I also know they weren’t very healthy. However, I did enjoy a Breakfast Hot Pocket in the mornings on the way to class or work.
Since we have started eating healthy, I’ve paid a lot more attention to nutrition labels. The ingredients list was shocking when I went to pick up a few hot pockets at the store. The list is very long, and I don’t even know what some of them are.
So, we decided to try making our own. I got a bread machine years ago as a wedding gift and used it for the dough. I like to use it for pizza dough, so why not hot pockets dough?
Most breakfast hot pockets are made with either bacon or sausage. We had leftover sausage from making homemade marinara sauce, so I used that instead of bacon. Of course, if Ryan had his way, we would have made all kinds of bacon recipes.
I also like that these are baked, not made in a microwave. Even with lower wattage or a compact microwave, you still add those radiation waves into your microwave food. For food safety reasons and personal health reasons, I prefer this homemade breakfast in the oven.
Serving Suggestions & Tips
- You want a good source of protein in the hot pockets but you can replace the sausage with crispy bacon or another meat
- For the best taste, use real cheese (not reduced-fat cheddar cheese) and shred it yourself
- You can make this for breakfast time anytime or as part of a quick lunch for a nutritious meal
- For an easy meal, use puff pastry or crescent roll dough for a flaky croissant crust
- Alternatively, prepare your fillings then place them on a croissant to make croissant sandwiches for a hearty breakfast
- Sprinkle in other seasonings such as garlic powder, red pepper flakes, oregano, dried green onions, or poppy seeds
- Try making these as air fryer snacks and cooking in there for an even crispier crunch
Breakfast Hot Pocket Step by Step
Ingredients
Dough
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 3/8 cup water
- 3 tbsp oil
Hot Pocket
- 2 breakfast sausage links
- 3 eggs (divided)
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1/4 cup water
- all-purpose flour (for dusting work surface)
Preparation
Add all of the ingredients for the dough into the bread machine. Set it to the dough setting and let it run. My machine takes 90 minutes to make a dough, but that can vary by machine. Make sure to look at the manual for yours and follow the cooking instructions for dough.
When the dough is almost done cooking, prepare your ingredients. For a breakfast hot pocket, this includes cooking the sausage to an internal temperature of 170 degrees Fahrenheit and scrambling two of the eggs.
Once the dough is finished cooking, roll the dough out on a floured surface. Cut the dough into quarters. Preheat the oven to 350F.
For each hot pocket, place about 1/4 of the sausage and scrambled eggs down the center of the dough. Top it with shredded cheddar cheese.
Use a pizza cutter to slice diagonal cuts into the dough at regular intervals. I find about 1/2″ works best.
Cut the top and bottom off. Fold those over, then make the braid. Start by grabbing the end of the top piece and folding it over until it meets with the second on the other side. Repeat with the top piece on the opposite side.
Continue this pattern until you reach the bottom. Tuck the bottom two pieces around the bottom.
Carefully move the hot pockets to a baking sheet. In a small bowl, combine the remaining egg and water. Use a pastry brush to coat the dough. Bake for about 20-25 minutes until the dough is golden brown.
Breakfast Hot Pocket Leftovers
Storage: Let the hot pockets cool to room temperature then place in an airtight container. Refrigerate for 2-3 days.
Reheating: For the best results, reheat hot pockets in a toaster oven or conventional oven so the dough doesn’t get soggy. Otherwise, place the hot pocket on a microwave-safe plate and warm it for about 15-30 seconds, until warmed through. Your microwave cooking time will vary based on the wattage and amount of fillings in the hot pockets core.
Freezing: Once the hot pockets have cooled completely, wrap each in parchment paper then aluminum foil, and place in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator the night before then bake to reheat.
Recipe
Originally Published On: July 18, 2019
Last Updated On: September 11, 2024
Breakfast Hot Pocket
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 3/8 cup water
- 3 tbsp oil
- 2 breakfast sausage links
- 3 eggs (divided)
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1/4 cup water
- all-purpose flour (for dusting work surface)
Recommended Equipment
Instructions
- Add all dough ingredients to bread machine and set to dough
- Cook the breakfast sausage and chop it into small chunks
- Scramble 2 of the eggs
- Preheat oven to 350F
- Roll dough out on floured work surface to about 1/8-1/4 inch thickness
- Use a pizza cutter to cut the dough into quarters
- Add the fillings to the center of the dough
- Cut the dough in diagonals on either side and fold over until the entire hot pocket is braided
- Whisk the egg and water together to form an egg wash and brush the dough
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes until the dough is golden brown
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutrition content will vary based on brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes, and more.
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This looks so tasty and so much healthier than store bought ones! I really could use a bread machine!
I love having my bread machine! We make a lot of fresh bread and use it for dough.
Easy recipe and great tasting!
Definitely tastes better than storebought, and it’s much healthier, too!
Ooh, these look so good! Will have to get the bread machine out and give these a go one morning….
We made them the night before since it takes a while for the bread machine to make the dough. But, they are also really good fresh if you can wait!
Omg that recipe looks so good! I’m always looking for ways to improve my cooking skills and this recipe and the items definitely will help me!
It’s a fun breakfast to make and easier than you’d think but looks like it took a lot of work.
I love how structured your recipe posts are with step by step images (with someone who is Dyslexic) and your lattice skills are amaz-ing Stephanie! I have never heard of this recipe being called a hot pocket I am not sure if that is an american term but who can’t love sausages and eggs for breakfast right?
It must be an American thing because that’s what I’ve heard this type of thing called. I always like being able to see what each step looks like for something new, so that’s why I try to include process photos as much as I can!
As always another great meal to cook. This looks super yummy. I like easy recipes that are quick and simple. I love how you have everything detailed which makes it easy to follow.
I know the braiding part can be a little confusing, so I tried to photograph that as well as possible. It took me a few tries until I could get it down properly.
That breakfast Hot Pocket technique reminds me of a dish I used to make called Tresse Royal. You gave me some idea on what to make for breakfast for my birthday.
I’ve never heard of Tresse Royal before. I’ll have to look it up, but I hope you have a wonderful birthday and this is a great start to your day!
I love anything stuffed with cheese. This would be convenient to bring for picnic or on the go as well. I can see my picky daughter loves it.
I will eat almost anything with cheese as well! It’s perfect for a breakfast on the go!
I am always down for a healthier version of anything — especially when it comes to breakfast. After all they say it is the most important meal of the day. This looks delicious!
It’s so true, breakfast is such an important start to any day, and it’s best if it’s healthy! At least this is much healthier than the frozen, store-bought versions!
This is perfect for needing a quick and delicious breakfast! I love homemade things like this – I am making it ASAP!
I love having a few of these ready to heat up for busy school mornings.
I love your recipes. As you give detailed instructions, it helps beginners like me to make them. They look so yummy. I would love to have hot pockets for lunch in office sometimes.
I am working on teaching my two young boys to cook as we make meals together, so every step they question, I take a picture and try to explain. Everyone has to start somewhere and I’m glad the details help 🙂
I’m super impressed with this. I know I have a bread machine at home but I haven’t used it recently. I didn’t think about using it just to make dough but this is so great. And it’s something I can prep for my daughter in the mornings for sure. Looks delicious.
I love my bread machine. It makes it so easy to prepare any dough, I won’t do it without the machine anymore!
I really need a bread machine. There are so many great ways to incorporate it into my kitchen. These look so delicious!
I didn’t think I needed one until I had it! It was a wedding gift, and not something that I registered for but now I am so glad I have it.
I bet my husband and son would love something like this! I definitely need to try it!
All of the men in my house loved it! I’ll be making more to have on hand to heat up on busy school mornings in the next few weeks.
These look so amazing! My kids LOVE hot pockets, but don’t have them often. However, I can’t wait to try making this healthier version of them…YUM!!!
We don’t have them either because I try to avoid processed food like this from the store. But, when we make them homemade, they can eat it all they want!
Oooooo now this is one yummy breakfast idea!!!!! I might just need to make these for the family. I’m sure they will be a hit!!
We really enjoyed them here. And they are great for a busy morning because you can make them ahead of time and reheat quickly!
Bread makers are great for making the best dough. I like how you cut and style the pocket.
I hardly ever made dough before having the bread machine because it was such a pain. The braiding on the hot pocket took a little practice but I’ve done it enough now that I’ve got it down pretty well.
I love bread and buy fresh loaves at my local bakeries. Reading your post got me thinking that I should really try to make some. The pastry you made looks delicious and much better than the ads I used to see for that hot pocket junk food.
I hardly buy any bread at the store anymore since we make our own. It’s so fresh and yummy! And yeah, storebought hot pockets just aren’t the same as making it homemade.