Breakfast Pizza with Hash Brown Crust and Baked Eggs Recipe
This Breakfast Pizza Hash Brown Crust is a delicious and hearty morning meal that combines a crispy hash brown base with savory breakfast toppings and baked eggs. Perfect for a satisfying brunch, it features a golden hash brown crust topped with cheddar cheese, sausage or bacon, bell peppers, green onions, and eggs baked to your preferred doneness.
- 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
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Toppings
- 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 and ensure even cooking.
- Prepare Hash Brown Crust Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed and thoroughly squeezed dry hash browns with melted butter, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the hash browns are evenly moistened and the seasoning is well distributed.
- Form Crust: Press the hash brown mixture evenly into the prepared pan, spreading it out to create a uniform crust. Shape the edges slightly higher to form a border that will hold the toppings.
- Bake Hash Brown Crust: Place the skillet or pan in the preheated oven and bake the hash brown crust for 20 to 25 minutes, or until it is golden brown and crisp to the touch.
- Add Toppings: Remove the crust from the oven carefully. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the crust. If using, add the crumbled breakfast sausage or bacon, then scatter the diced bell pepper and chopped green onions on top.
- Create Wells for Eggs: Use the back of a spoon to gently make four shallow wells in the layer of toppings, making sure each depression is large enough to hold one egg safely without spilling.
- Add Eggs: Crack one egg into each of the prepared wells. Sprinkle each egg with paprika, salt, and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Bake Until Eggs are Set: Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 10 to 12 minutes, until the egg whites are fully set and the yolks reach your desired level of doneness.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the breakfast pizza to cool for about 3 minutes before slicing. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture experience.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute sausage or bacon with plant-based alternatives or omit entirely.
- Make sure to thoroughly squeeze the thawed hash browns to remove excess moisture for a crispier crust.
- You can customize toppings by adding mushrooms, spinach, or different cheese varieties.
- Use an ovenproof skillet or a pizza pan that can safely go from oven to table.
- Adjust egg baking time depending on how runny or firm you want the yolks.
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