English Muffin Breakfast Pizza: Your New Favorite Morning Meal

Looking for a breakfast that’s both delicious and incredibly easy to make? English muffin breakfast pizzas are the perfect solution! These quick mini-pizzas transform ordinary mornings into something special with minimal effort. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or just need a fast, satisfying meal before starting your day, these breakfast pizzas deliver maximum flavor with minimal prep time.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 4 English muffins, split
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
• ¼ cup diced bell peppers
• ¼ cup sliced mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: cooked bacon bits, sliced olives, diced tomatoes

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Arrange the split English muffins on the baking sheet, cut side up.

Step 3: Spread about 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce onto each muffin half.

Step 4: Crack one egg onto each muffin half, being careful to keep the yolk intact.

Step 5: Sprinkle vegetables and other toppings evenly over each pizza.

Step 6: Top generously with shredded cheese.

Step 7: Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 8: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until eggs are cooked to your liking and cheese is bubbly.

Step 9: Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.

Expert Tips for Perfect Breakfast Pizzas

Choose Your Muffins Wisely: Whole wheat English muffins add extra fiber, while sourdough varieties bring tangy flavor.

Egg Consistency: For runny yolks, bake for 12 minutes. For firm yolks, extend to 15 minutes.

Make-Ahead Magic: Prep the muffins with sauce and toppings the night before, then simply add eggs and bake in the morning.

Customize Toppings: Swap vegetables based on what’s in your fridge – spinach, onions, or tomatoes all work beautifully.

Crispy Edge Trick: Lightly toast the English muffins before adding toppings for extra crispiness.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make these ahead of time? Yes! Assemble everything except the eggs, cover and refrigerate overnight. Add eggs and bake in the morning.

What if I don’t like runny eggs? Simply scramble the eggs before adding them to the muffins for a fully cooked result.

Can I freeze English muffin breakfast pizzas? They’re best enjoyed fresh, but you can freeze the assembled pizzas (without eggs) for up to a month.

Are there vegetarian options? Absolutely! Skip the meat and load up on vegetables for a delicious vegetarian breakfast.

What other cheeses work well? Mozzarella, provolone, or a Mexican blend all create delicious melting results.

English Muffin Breakfast Pizza: Your New Favorite Morning Meal

English muffin breakfast pizzas transform ordinary mornings with quick, delicious mini-pizzas that require minimal effort. These customizable pizzas feature eggs, cheese, and toppings on toasted English muffins for a satisfying morning meal.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 285

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Ingredients

• 4 English muffins, split
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
• ¼ cup diced bell peppers
• ¼ cup sliced mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: cooked bacon bits, sliced olives, diced tomatoes

Method

 

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
2. Arrange the split English muffins on the baking sheet, cut side up
3. Spread about 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce onto each muffin half
4. Crack one egg onto each muffin half, being careful to keep the yolk intact
5. Sprinkle vegetables and other toppings evenly over each pizza
6. Top generously with shredded cheese
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste
8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until eggs are cooked to your liking and cheese is bubbly
9. Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately

Notes

Choose whole wheat English muffins for extra fiber or sourdough for tangy flavor. Lightly toast muffins before adding toppings for extra crispiness. For runny yolks bake 12 minutes, for firm yolks bake 15 minutes. Can be prepped ahead without eggs and refrigerated overnight.