Breakfast Pizza Recipe
While pizza has ancient origins dating back to the Greeks and Romans, breakfast pizza is a more modern creation. Popularized in American diners and pizzerias, breakfast pizza evolved as a way to combine beloved morning ingredients like eggs, bacon, and cheese with the convenience and indulgence of pizza.
Equipment
- Baking sheet or pizza stone
- Frying pan or skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 pre-made pizza crust (or homemade, if you prefer)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup cooked bacon (or sausage, ham, or a combination)
- 1 small bell pepper, diced (optional)
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 cup baby spinach (optional)
- ¼ cup heavy cream or milk (for scrambled eggs)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil or butter (for cooking)
Optional Toppings:
- Fresh herbs like parsley or chives
- Red pepper flakes
- Grated Parmesan
Instructions
- Preheat the OvenSet your oven to 425°F (220°C). If you’re using a pizza stone, place it in the oven as it preheats.
- Prepare the ToppingsIf you're using bacon, sausage, or ham, cook it in a frying pan until crispy or browned. Remove from heat and chop into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
- In the same pan, lightly sauté your vegetables (bell pepper, onion, and spinach) until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Scramble the EggsIn a mixing bowl, whisk together 4 eggs and ¼ cup of heavy cream or milk. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat a small amount of olive oil or butter in a skillet and scramble the eggs until just set, about 2-3 minutes. Set aside.
- Assemble the PizzaLay the pre-made pizza crust on a baking sheet (or pizza stone). Lightly brush it with olive oil.
- Sprinkle ½ cup of mozzarella cheese over the crust, followed by the scrambled eggs, bacon, and sautéed vegetables.
- Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and any additional toppings you’d like (e.g., herbs, extra cheese, etc.).
- Bake the PizzaPlace the pizza in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the crust is golden brown.
- Slice and ServeRemove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a minute. Slice into 6-8 pieces and serve warm with your favorite hot sauce or garnishes!