Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Cheesy English Muffin Breakfast Pizza Recipe

Cheesy English Muffin Breakfast Pizza Recipe


5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

4.6 from 9 reviews

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 3 1x

Description

Homemade english muffin breakfast pizza brings morning comfort to classic breakfast ingredients. Crispy muffin base carries savory eggs, melted cheese, and crisp bacon for a delightful start you will crave again and again.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 English muffins (split in half, 8 halves total)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup (240 ml) shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
  • 4 slices cooked bacon (or ½ cup (120 ml) cooked sausage or ham)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) pizza or marinara sauce
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) chopped bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Pepper (to taste)
  • Fresh parsley or green onions, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Preparation: Ignite the oven to 375F (190C), positioning the rack in the center. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease to prevent adherence.
  2. Muffin Foundation: Slice English muffins in half, laying them cut-side up on the prepared tray. Optional butter brushing enhances flavor. Toast for 5 minutes until edges transform to a golden hue.
  3. Protein Preparation: Craft eggs using preferred technique – scrambled, sunny-side up, or fried. Season with salt and pepper, keeping warm post-cooking.
  4. Pizza Assembly: Lavish marinara sauce across toasted muffin surfaces. Distribute cooked eggs uniformly, then cascade shredded cheese over the landscape.
  5. Flavor Enhancement: Embellish with protein selections like crispy bacon, sausage, ham, or vegetable medley. Arrange toppings strategically for visual and gustatory harmony.
  6. Final Transformation: Return muffin pizzas to the oven, baking 8-10 minutes until cheese melts into a bubbly, molten blanket.
  7. Presentation Finale: Garnish with chopped parsley or green onion slivers. Serve immediately, celebrating this breakfast pizza spectacle.

Notes

  • Customize Egg Preparation: Select your preferred egg style – scrambled, sunny-side up, or fried – to match personal taste and texture preferences.
  • Control Cheese Melting: Watch carefully during final baking to achieve perfect cheese melt without burning, ensuring a golden bubbly surface.
  • Experiment with Protein Options: Mix and match bacon, sausage, ham, or vegetarian alternatives to create personalized flavor combinations.
  • Prevent Soggy Base: Toast English muffins before adding toppings to maintain a crispy foundation and prevent moisture from making the base soft.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snacks
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 220 mg