English Muffin Breakfast Pizza: The Ultimate Brunch
Start your day with these customizable English Muffin Breakfast Pizzas. Featuring a crispy base topped with eggs, cheese, and your choice of breakfast favorites, they’re perfect for a quick meal or a leisurely brunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 English muffins, split
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your preferred blend)
- 8 slices cooked bacon or sausage links, chopped
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers or onions (optional)
- 1 cup marinara sauce or softened butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs (such as basil or parsley) or hot sauce, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Toast English Muffins: Place split English muffins on a baking sheet. Lightly brush with olive oil and toast in the oven for 5 minutes until golden.
- Prepare Toppings: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced bell peppers or onions (if using) until softened. Set aside.
- Assemble Pizzas: Spread a tablespoon of marinara sauce or butter on each toasted muffin half. Top with sautéed vegetables, chopped bacon or sausage, and a sprinkle of shredded cheese.
- Add Eggs: For whole eggs, create a slight indentation in the toppings and crack an egg into each muffin half. For scrambled eggs, pre-cook them and distribute evenly over the toppings.
- Bake: Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until eggs are set and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh herbs or a dash of hot sauce, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Pre-toasting the muffins prevents them from becoming soggy.
- If using whole eggs, gently pierce the yolk before baking to ensure even cooking.
- Customize with your favorite toppings, such as sautéed spinach, mushrooms, or different cheese varieties.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 English muffin half with toppings
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 501mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 150mg