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These English muffin morning pizzas turn basic breakfast items into a tasty grab-and-go meal that'll kick-start your day. I whipped up this idea when my teens began skipping their morning food before heading to school, and these handheld creations quickly became something they actually wanted to eat.
The first batch came about during a sleepover with lots of hungry kids. Everyone loved building their own breakfast so much that now it's become our regular weekend treat when my kids have friends staying over.
What You'll Need
- English muffins: They get nice and crunchy while staying soft inside making them the perfect base
- Pizza sauce: Brings that pizza taste we all love make your own or grab a jar from the store
- Mozzarella cheese: Gives you that stretchy cheese pull we all want go for full-fat mozzarella for better flavor
- Eggs: Adds protein and makes everything richer when you break into the yolk
- Cooked sausage or bacon: Makes everything taste better buy it already cooked to save time
- Bell peppers: Adds a nice snap and lots of vitamin C the red ones taste sweetest
- Black olives: Gives a salty punch that works great with the gooey cheese and eggs
- Dried oregano and basil: Makes everything taste like real pizza with almost no effort
How To Make It
- Heat Your Oven:
- Turn it up to 375°F and put parchment on a baking sheet. This temp gets everything crispy without burning while making sure all the cheese melts just right.
- Get The Muffins Ready:
- Take four English muffins and split them using a fork around the edges instead of cutting them. This gives you all those little holes that catch the sauce and makes them taste better.
- Put On The Sauce:
- Spread about a spoonful of pizza sauce on each half. Don't go overboard or they'll get mushy. Leave a tiny edge around each piece so you can hold it without getting messy.
- Load Up Toppings:
- Throw on plenty of mozzarella then add your meat and veggies. Try to spread everything out flat instead of piling it all in the middle so everything cooks evenly.
- Pop Them In The Oven:
- Stick the tray in your hot oven for about 8-10 minutes. Keep an eye on them since ovens can be different. You want the cheese completely melted with just a bit of browning on the edges.
- Fix The Eggs:
- While those are baking, cook your eggs however you like them. Runny yolks make a nice sauce when you break them over the pizza, but scrambled works better if kids are eating them.
- Put It All Together:
- Once the muffins come out of the oven, top each one with an egg. Sprinkle some herbs, salt and pepper on top to make all the flavors pop together.
- Eat Right Away:
- These taste way better when they're fresh and hot with crunchy muffins and gooey cheese. Get everyone to the table fast for the best experience.
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The English muffins really make this dish special. I stumbled on using them when trying to copy a breakfast pizza I loved as a kid from our neighborhood diner. How the edges get super crispy while the middle stays soft reminds me of real pizza crust without having to mess with making dough from scratch.
Prep Ahead Tricks
You can get these morning pizzas ready ahead of time for busy weeks. Just put everything together except the eggs up to three days before and keep them covered in your fridge. When morning comes, just bake the prepared muffins and add fresh eggs on top. This cuts down on morning rush time but still gives you that just-baked taste.
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Mix It Up
The basic version works great but you can try tons of different styles. Go Mediterranean with feta, spinach and sun dried tomatoes. Make it southwestern using pepper jack, chorizo and avocado. My family loves our Greek twist that swaps tzatziki for pizza sauce then tops it with cucumber, tomatoes and feta. What's great about these is you can use whatever you've got in your fridge.
Getting Kids Involved
Making these breakfast pizzas has turned into a weekend family activity at our house. I set out all the toppings buffet-style and let the kids build their own. It's not just fun but it gets picky eaters to try new things. My youngest wouldn't touch bell peppers until he started adding them to his breakfast pizza creations. Kids often try foods they normally avoid when they feel proud of making something themselves.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I use whole wheat English muffins?
Absolutely! Whole wheat muffins are a healthy swap that still taste amazing and have great texture.
- → What are some topping variations I can use?
Try adding mushrooms, spinach, ham, or cherry tomatoes. Mix and match to fit your mood!
- → Can I make these ahead of time?
Sure! Prep the muffins with toppings and sauce first. Just add fresh eggs when reheating for the best results.
- → How can I ensure the eggs are perfectly cooked?
Cook the eggs your favorite way—scrambled or sunny-side up—in a non-stick skillet before adding them to the muffins.
- → What can I serve with these breakfast pizzas?
Pair them with yogurt, fresh fruit, or even a cup of tea for a complete breakfast.