Muffin Breakfast Pizza

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Description:
Muffin Breakfast Pizza transforms the simplicity of English muffins into a delightful and customizable breakfast treat. Topped with traditional breakfast ingredients like eggs, cheese, and your choice of meats or vegetables, these individual pizzas are perfect for a quick morning meal, brunch gatherings, or even as a fun breakfast-for-dinner option.

Ingredients:

  • 4 English muffins, split
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or any preferred cheese blend)
  • 4 slices of cooked bacon, crumbled (or substitute with cooked sausage, ham, or leave vegetarian)
  • Optional toppings: sliced mushrooms, diced bell peppers, chopped onions, sliced tomatoes, or spinach
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnish: chopped fresh herbs like parsley or chives

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven:
  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  1. Prepare the Muffins:
  • Brush each English muffin half with olive oil.
  • Place the muffin halves on a baking sheet, cut side up, and toast in the oven for about 5 minutes until they start to get crispy.
  1. Cook the Eggs:
  • While the muffins are toasting, heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  • Crack the eggs into the skillet and fry according to your preference (sunny-side up, over-easy, or scrambled).
  1. Assemble the Pizzas:
  • Remove the toasted muffins from the oven.
  • Place a cooked egg on each muffin half.
  • Sprinkle with shredded cheese and add the crumbled bacon or other cooked meats.
  • Add any additional toppings like vegetables if using.
  1. Bake the Muffin Pizzas:
  • Return the muffin pizzas to the oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  1. Garnish and Serve:
  • Once the cheese is melted, remove the pizzas from the oven.
  • Season with salt and pepper, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve hot.

Nutritional Information Estimate (per serving, based on 4 servings of one whole muffin each):

  • Calories: 450
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 215mg
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Protein: 20g

Additional Tips:

  • For a healthier version, use whole wheat English muffins, low-fat cheese, and include plenty of vegetables as toppings.
  • This dish is highly versatile. Feel free to customize the toppings based on dietary preferences or what you have available in your fridge.

Muffin Breakfast Pizzas are a fantastic way to start the day, offering a satisfying balance of crunchy muffins and hearty toppings that can be tailored to suit any taste. They’re also a great option for kids, allowing them to choose their own toppings and help in the kitchen. Enjoy the fun and flexibility of this easy breakfast recipe!

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