Description
Delightful English Muffin Breakfast Pizza blends morning comfort with pizzeria charm, creating a playful twist on classic breakfast fare. Quick, cheesy, and packed with morning flavors, this simple recipe gives you a satisfying start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough and Base:
- 4 english muffins
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Protein:
- 4 large eggs
- 4 slices bacon
- 1/2 cup ham, diced
Toppings and Cheese:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped chives
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and arrange a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and non-stick surface.
- Split each English muffin in half and lightly dust with flour to create a rustic, slightly crisp base for the breakfast pizza.
- Brush each muffin half with olive oil, ensuring an even coating to promote golden browning and enhance flavor.
- Cook bacon in a skillet until crisp and perfectly rendered, then crumble into bite-sized pieces.
- Dice ham into small, uniform cubes to distribute evenly across the muffin surfaces.
- Crack eggs into a separate bowl, whisking gently to create a smooth, uniform mixture for even cooking.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheeses generously over each muffin half, creating a rich and melty foundation.
- Distribute crumbled bacon and diced ham across the cheese-covered muffins, ensuring balanced protein coverage.
- Carefully pour whisked eggs over the toppings, allowing them to settle between the cheese and protein layers.
- Season with black pepper, salt, dried oregano, and sprinkle chopped chives for a fresh, aromatic finish.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until eggs are set, cheese is bubbling, and edges are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow toppings to set and prevent burning.
Notes
- Customize this breakfast pizza by swapping proteins like turkey bacon or plant-based alternatives for dietary preferences.
- Toast English muffins slightly before adding toppings to enhance crispiness and prevent soggy bottoms.
- Control egg consistency by adjusting cooking time – shorter for runny yolks, longer for fully set eggs.
- Add fresh herbs like basil or parsley right after baking for extra brightness and aromatic complexity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg