English Muffin Breakfast Pizza Recipe
This English Muffin Breakfast Pizza is a quick and delicious morning treat that layers savory sausage gravy, fluffy scrambled eggs, and melted cheddar cheese atop toasted English muffins. Perfect for a cozy weekend brunch or an easy weekday breakfast, this recipe offers a comforting combination of flavors and textures that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 package English muffins (6–12 muffins; whole wheat or sourdough optional)
Eggs & Sausage
- 8 eggs, scrambled (or use egg whites/blend for reduced fat)
- 1 lb breakfast sausage (can substitute turkey sausage, crumbled bacon, or diced ham)
Cheese
- 8 oz mild cheddar cheese, sliced (or cheddar blend, pepper jack, Swiss)
Gravy
- 2 cups milk (skim or almond milk optional)
- 1/4 cup sausage drippings or butter (use butter or olive oil if drippings insufficient)
- 1/4 cup flour (whole wheat or gluten-free alternative optional)
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp fresh black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat & prep muffins: Preheat your oven or broiler to 375–400°F (190–200°C). Split the English muffins in half and arrange them cut side up on a baking sheet. Optionally toast the muffins under the broiler for 2-3 minutes to firm them up and prevent sogginess.
- Cook sausage and scramble eggs: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until it is browned and crumbled. Drain any excess fat but retain roughly 1/4 cup of the drippings in the pan for the gravy. In a separate pan or after removing the sausage, scramble the eggs gently until just set; season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Make the gravy: Using the retained sausage drippings or butter, stir in the flour to form a roux. Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing to stir and simmer gently until the mixture thickens into a creamy gravy. Season the gravy with salt and fresh black pepper to taste.
- Assemble the breakfast pizzas: Spread a generous layer of sausage gravy over each English muffin half. Top each with a portion of scrambled eggs, crumbled sausage, and slices of cheddar cheese.
- Melt cheese & finish: Place the assembled muffins back under the oven or broiler for 5 to 8 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
- Serve warm: Serve the breakfast pizzas immediately, optionally garnished with fresh herbs, sliced green onions, or a sprinkle of cracked black pepper to enhance the flavor.
Notes
- Whole wheat or sourdough English muffins add extra fiber and flavor.
- Use egg whites or an egg blend to reduce fat content.
- For a lighter version, substitute skim or almond milk in the gravy.
- You can swap breakfast sausage with turkey sausage, bacon, or ham as preferred.
- Watch carefully when broiling the assembled pizzas to prevent burning the cheese.
- Optional garnishes like fresh herbs or green onions enhance freshness and presentation.
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