Description
Delightful English Muffin Breakfast Pizza merges classic breakfast flavors with pizza excitement, creating a morning masterpiece. Crispy muffin base, melted cheese, and savory toppings promise a quick, satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
main ingredients:
- 2 english muffins
- 1/4 cup pizza sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 large eggs
protein toppings:
- 2 slices bacon
- 2 slices ham
seasonings and extras:
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and non-stick cooking.
- Split the English muffins in half and arrange them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, creating a perfect canvas for your breakfast pizza.
- Spread a generous layer of pizza sauce across each muffin half, ensuring complete coverage for maximum flavor.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce, creating a melty base for the toppings.
- Crisp the bacon in a skillet until golden and slightly crunchy, then chop into bite-sized pieces for even distribution.
- Dice the ham into small, uniform cubes to ensure consistent texture in each bite.
- Distribute the bacon and ham pieces carefully over the cheese-covered muffins.
- Create a small well in the center of each muffin to help the egg stay in place during cooking.
- Crack a whole egg onto each muffin half, being careful not to break the yolk.
- Dust the pizzas with dried oregano, black pepper, and a pinch of salt to enhance the overall seasoning.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the egg whites are set and the yolks are still slightly runny.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and fresh flavor.
- Let the breakfast pizzas cool for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow the cheese to set and prevent burning.
Notes
- Customize toppings by substituting bacon and ham with vegetarian alternatives like spinach, mushrooms, or plant-based protein for dietary preferences.
- Use whole wheat English muffins to boost fiber content and create a more nutritious breakfast option.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like cheddar or gouda to add unique flavor profiles and personalize the dish.
- Prep ingredients beforehand to streamline morning cooking and ensure a quick, stress-free breakfast experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 415
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 978 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 222 mg