Description
Savory English muffin breakfast pizza brings morning comfort to new heights with crispy bread, melted cheese, and perfectly cooked eggs. Hearty ingredients combine for a quick, delicious meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients:
- 2 english muffins
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 2 large eggs
Protein Layer:
- 2 slices bacon
- 2 tbsp ham, diced
Toppings and Seasonings:
- 1 tbsp tomato sauce
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and non-stick cooking.
- Crisp the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and slightly crunchy, then drain on paper towels and roughly chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Split the English muffins in half and arrange them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, creating a perfect canvas for the breakfast pizza.
- Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce across each muffin half, ensuring even coverage to provide a zesty base flavor.
- Sprinkle diced ham and chopped bacon evenly over the tomato sauce, distributing the protein layer across the muffin surface.
- Generously cover the protein layer with shredded mozzarella cheese, creating a blanket of melty goodness.
- Carefully crack a whole egg onto each muffin half, positioning it in the center of the cheese.
- Season the entire pizza with salt and black pepper, allowing the spices to enhance the overall taste profile.
- Drizzle olive oil across the topped muffins to add a rich, smooth finish and promote even browning.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the egg whites are set and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped basil for a burst of aromatic freshness.
- Let the breakfast pizzas cool for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow the cheese to set and prevent burning.
Notes
- Use thick-cut bacon for extra crispiness and robust flavor that holds up well during baking.
- Experiment with different cheeses like sharp cheddar or gouda to create unique flavor profiles for the breakfast pizza.
- Swap ham with vegetarian alternatives like roasted bell peppers or sautéed mushrooms for a meat-free version.
- For a gluten-free option, replace English muffins with large portobello mushroom caps or gluten-free bread rounds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 210mg