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Alabama Hot Pockets Recipe​

Alabama Hot Pockets Recipe​

Welcome to the Alabama Hot Pockets Recipe. Alabama Hot Pockets are golden, flaky pastries filled with sausage, cheese, and creamy Southern-style gravy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Southern American
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 lb breakfast sausage
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 puff pastry sheets thawed
  • 1 egg beaten, for egg wash

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Rolling pin
  • Baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Pastry brush
  • Oven

Method
 

Step 1: Cook the sausage
  1. The morning sausage should be cooked in a skillet until browned. Cut it into tiny pieces and put it away.
    Alabama Hot Pockets Recipe​
Step 2: Make the gravy
  1. In a saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour to form a roux, then add milk slowly while whisking. Add salt and pepper. Cook until creamy.
    Alabama Hot Pockets Recipe​
Step 3: Prepare the pastry
  1. Roll out puff pastry sheets. Cut them into equal rectangles for pockets. Place them on a parchment-lined baking tray.
    Alabama Hot Pockets Recipe​
Step 4: Add the filling
  1. Spoon sausage, cheese, and gravy onto half of each pastry rectangle. Leave edges clear for sealing.
    Alabama Hot Pockets Recipe​
Step 5: Seal and brush
  1. Place another pastry rectangle on top. Seal edges with a fork. Apply beaten egg on top for a golden appearance.
    Alabama Hot Pockets Recipe​
Step 6: Bake
  1. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Serve warm.
    Alabama Hot Pockets Recipe​

Notes

Alabama Hot Pockets pair perfectly with fresh fruit, scrambled eggs, or a light salad.