Breakfast Pizza: A Perfect Start to Your Day!

This month, the Improv Cooking Challenge ingredients are bacon and eggs, and I couldn’t be more excited! These two ingredients are some of my favorites, and I had a blast figuring out how to incorporate them.

Breakfast, dessert, or entree where to begin? After much consideration, I decided on a Breakfast Pizza! It was something different, and let me tell you, it was absolutely delicious. I’m sure you’ll agree after you try it!

To make it even more refreshing and vibrant, I paired this hearty, savory pizza with a chilled Watermelon Lemonade.

The sweet, fruity watermelon and zesty lemon create a perfect contrast to the richness of the pizza, making every bite and sip a delightful experience. It’s the perfect combination for a fun and refreshing meal!

Why You’ll Want to Make This Again and Again!

• Perfect for Breakfast (or Any Time): This pizza is the ideal way to combine breakfast favorites like bacon, eggs, and potatoes with a fun twist.
• Customizable: You can swap out the veggies or cheese to suit your taste make it your own!
• Savory and Comforting: With crispy bacon, creamy avocado, and gooey cheese, every bite is full of flavor.
• Easy to Make: This breakfast pizza comes together quickly and is perfect for busy mornings or lazy weekends.
• Fresh and Flavorful: The fresh ingredients like peppers, tomatoes, and avocado add a pop of color and freshness that complements the richness of the other ingredients.

This breakfast pizza was such a fun and tasty way to start the day! The crust was crispy, the eggs were perfectly cooked, and the combo of cheese, bacon, and veggies made every bite delicious. It felt like a weekend treat but was super easy to make.

— Logan Mitchell, Wisconsin

Breakfast Pizza Recipe

This hearty Breakfast Pizza brings together crispy bacon, scrambled eggs, sautéed veggies, and gooey cheese, all piled onto a flour tortilla. It’s the perfect way to start your day with something indulgent yet fresh!

Equipment:

• Frying pan
• Mixing bowl
• Spatula
• Knife (for chopping)
• Cutting board
• Plate (for serving)
• Parchment paper or foil (optional for easy cleanup)

Ingredients:

• Shredded potatoes
• Chopped onions
• Chopped red, orange, and yellow peppers
• 1 fresh tomato, chopped
• 1 egg
• Pizza sauce
• Flour tortillas
• 2 pieces of bacon per pizza
• Fiesta blend cheese
• Chopped avocado (for topping)
• Sour cream (for topping)

Instructions:

Step 1: Cook the Potatoes: Start cooking the shredded potatoes in a pan on the stove.

Step 2: Prepare the Veggies: Chop up the peppers, onion, and tomato. Add the onions to the pan with the potatoes and sauté them together.

Step 3: Cook the Peppers: In another frying pan, sauté the chopped peppers until they soften and caramelize.

Step 4: Scramble the Egg: Scramble the egg in a bowl and cook it in a separate pan.

Step 5: Assemble the Pizza: Heat a tortilla in a frying pan over medium heat. Spoon some pizza sauce over the tortilla. Spread the cooked potato and onion mixture evenly over the sauce.

Step 6: Add Cheese and Egg: Sprinkle a little cheese over the potatoes. Spread the scrambled egg on top of the cheese.

Step 7: Top with Peppers and Bacon: Add the sautéed peppers to the pizza, followed by chopped or torn pieces of crispy bacon. Top with more cheese.

Step 8: Check and Serve: Cook until the tortilla is slightly brown and firm on the bottom and the cheese is melted. Remove from heat and top with chopped avocado and a dollop of sour cream. Serve immediately and enjoy!

INGREDIENT BREAKDOWN (And Smart Swaps)

• Flour Tortillas: I use soft flour tortillas for the base because they’re chewy and provide the perfect canvas for all those delicious toppings. → Swap for corn tortillas if you’re looking for a gluten-free option, or go for whole wheat tortillas for a nuttier, fiber-rich base that still holds up well.
• Shredded Potatoes: I love the crispy edges of the shredded potatoes; they bring a hearty, satisfying texture. → Tweak by using hash browns for an even crispier texture, or sweet potatoes for a vibrant, slightly sweet contrast to the savory toppings.
• Colby Jack Cheese: Colby Jack is wonderfully creamy and melty, perfect for this breakfast pizza. → Use cheddar for a sharper flavor or mozzarella for a stringier, lighter melt that creates those perfect cheese pulls when you cut into the pizza.
• Bacon: The bacon adds a delightful crispiness and salty punch to the pizza. → Skip for a vegetarian version or substitute with turkey bacon for a leaner, lower-fat option that still gives you that savory crunch.
• Avocado: I add fresh chopped avocado on top for a creamy, cool finish that contrasts beautifully with the warm pizza. → Swap for sour cream or Greek yogurt if you want more tang and a slightly lighter option.
• Sour Cream: The sour cream adds a smooth, cooling effect to balance out the warm, savory ingredients. → Use Greek yogurt for a thicker, protein-packed version that still adds a lovely tang without sacrificing creaminess.
• Pizza Sauce: A simple pizza sauce is all I need to tie everything together, but you could switch it up! → Try garlic butter sauce for a rich, indulgent base that adds an extra layer of flavor or pesto for a fresh, herbaceous twist.