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English Muffin Breakfast Pizza is a quick and delicious way to start your day. These mini pizzas are perfect for busy mornings when you need a tasty breakfast that's ready in minutes.
INGREDIENTS- English muffins: 4, split in half, serving as the crispy base for the pizzas.
- Pizza sauce: ½ cup, spread evenly over each muffin half for a flavorful foundation.
- Shredded mozzarella cheese: 1 cup, adding a gooey, cheesy layer.
- Large eggs: 4, cooked to your liking, for a hearty topping.
- Cooked sausage or bacon: ½ cup, crumbled, providing a savory flavor.
- Diced bell peppers: ¼ cup, adding a fresh and colorful crunch.
- Sliced black olives: ¼ cup, for a briny, flavorful touch.
- Dried oregano: ¼ tsp, for seasoning the pizzas.
- Dried basil: ¼ tsp, for a classic Italian flavor.
- Salt and pepper: To taste, for seasoning.
- Step 1:
- Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- Place 4 split English muffins on the baking sheet, cut side up.
- Step 3:
- Spread ½ cup pizza sauce evenly over each muffin half.
- Step 4:
- Sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Add crumbled cooked sausage or bacon, ¼ cup diced bell peppers, and ¼ cup sliced black olives on top.
- Step 5:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Step 6:
- While the muffins are baking, cook 4 large eggs in a non-stick skillet to your desired level of doneness (sunny-side up, scrambled, etc.).
- Step 7:
- Once the muffins are baked, place a cooked egg on top of each muffin half. Season with ¼ tsp dried oregano, ¼ tsp dried basil, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Step 8:
- Serve warm and enjoy your delicious breakfast pizzas!
- These breakfast pizzas are best served immediately while warm. They make a great breakfast or brunch option for the whole family.
- If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
- You can customize these pizzas with your favorite toppings, such as mushrooms, spinach, or different cheeses.
- For a healthier option, use whole wheat English muffins and turkey sausage.
Tips from Well-Known Chefs
- Chef Jamie Oliver suggests adding a dash of hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- Chef Bobby Flay recommends using fresh mozzarella for an even creamier texture.
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