Breakfast Pizza with Hash Brown Crust and Eggs Recipe
This Breakfast Pizza Hash Brown Crust recipe combines a crispy hash brown base with savory toppings like cheddar cheese, breakfast sausage or bacon, bell peppers, green onions, and baked eggs. It’s a delightful and hearty breakfast dish that offers the comfort of a pizza with the flavors of a classic breakfast scramble, perfect for a weekend brunch or special morning meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Hash Brown Crust
- 4 cups frozen shredded hash browns, thawed and squeezed dry
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage or bacon (optional; use plant-based for vegetarian)
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Eggs
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a 12-inch ovenproof skillet or pizza pan to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Hash Brown Crust Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed and dried hash browns, melted butter, salt, and black pepper thoroughly until the mixture is uniformly moistened.
- Form Crust: Press the hash brown mixture evenly into the prepared pan, creating a cohesive crust with slightly raised edges to provide structure and keep the toppings contained.
- Bake Hash Brown Crust: Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until it becomes golden brown and crisp to the touch.
- Add Toppings: Remove the crust carefully from the oven. Evenly sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the crust. Add the crumbled cooked sausage or bacon if using, then top with diced bell pepper and chopped green onions.
- Create Wells for Eggs: Using the back of a spoon, make four shallow wells in the layer of toppings, each large enough to hold one egg.
- Add Eggs: Crack one large egg into each well. Sprinkle the eggs with paprika, plus salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Bake Until Eggs are Set: Return the skillet or pan to the oven and bake for another 10 to 12 minutes, or until the egg whites are fully set and the yolks have reached your desired doneness.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the breakfast pizza to cool for about 3 minutes before slicing and serving warm for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit sausage or bacon or substitute with plant-based crumbled sausage.
- Ensure hash browns are well-thawed and squeezed dry to achieve a crispy crust.
- You can customize toppings by adding mushrooms, tomatoes, or other preferred vegetables.
- To adjust egg doneness, monitor closely in the final baking stage to avoid overcooking.
- Use a sturdy ovenproof skillet or pan to ensure even cooking and easy serving.
Keywords: breakfast pizza, hash brown crust, baked eggs, breakfast sausage, brunch recipe, cheesy breakfast, oven-baked
