Description
Hearty Breakfast Pizza blends classic Southern “biscuits and sausage gravy” into a mouthwatering morning masterpiece. Crispy crust, creamy gravy, and savory sausage create a comforting dish you’ll crave from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 package (16 ounces/454 grams) breakfast sausage
- 1 pre-baked pizza crust (12-inch/30.48 centimeters)
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Gravy and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup milk (for eggs)
Optional Ingredients and Toppings:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Cooking spray
- Crispy fried onions
Instructions
- Craft a robust sausage gravy by browning ground pork sausage in a large skillet until thoroughly cooked and crumbly, rendering its rich, savory essence.
- While sausage simmers, dissolve flour into rendered fat, creating a smooth roux that will naturally thicken the gravy with creamy consistency.
- Gradually introduce milk to the roux, whisking consistently to prevent lumps and develop a silky, peppery white sauce that coats the sausage perfectly.
- Stretch pizza dough across a preheated baking sheet, creating a rustic canvas for the breakfast masterpiece.
- Layer the prepared dough with a generous spread of warm sausage gravy, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Crack fresh eggs directly onto the gravy-covered surface, spacing them strategically to guarantee each slice receives a golden, runny yolk.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese across the pizza, allowing it to melt and bind the ingredients in a harmonious blend.
- Transfer the pizza to a preheated oven, baking until the crust turns golden, eggs set slightly, and cheese bubbles with appetizing intensity.
- Remove from oven, let rest momentarily, then slice into wedges revealing the luscious layers of sausage, gravy, and perfectly cooked eggs.
- Garnish with fresh chopped chives or parsley for a vibrant finish, serving immediately while flavors remain bold and temperatures piping hot.
Notes
- Swap regular flour for gluten-free alternatives to accommodate dietary restrictions and ensure everyone can enjoy this hearty breakfast pizza.
- Reduce sodium by using low-sodium sausage and controlling added salt in the gravy for a heart-healthier version.
- Enhance nutrition by adding colorful vegetables like spinach or bell peppers on top for extra vitamins and flavor complexity.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time to streamline the cooking process and make morning assembly quick and stress-free.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg