Martha Stewart Breakfast Pizza Recipe

This savory Martha Stewart Breakfast Pizza is made with classic pizza dough, crispy bacon, melted mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, and whole eggs cracked right on top. This recipe creates a cheesy, satisfying, and delicious meal that’s a fun twist on your morning routine. It’s the perfect dish for a lazy weekend brunch or a fun family breakfast, serving 4 people.

Martha Stewart Breakfast Pizza Ingredients

• 1 pound store-bought or homemade pizza dough, at room temperature
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 4 large eggs
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or parsley, for garnish

How To Make Martha Stewart Breakfast Pizza

1. Prepare your workspace: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to preheat. Lightly flour a work surface.
2. Shape the dough: Gently stretch or roll the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. Place it on a piece of parchment paper or a lightly oiled pizza peel.
3. Create the base: In a small bowl, mix the olive oil and minced garlic. Brush this mixture evenly over the surface of the dough, leaving a small border for the crust. Sprinkle the mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly over the oil.
4. Add toppings and par-bake: Scatter the cooked, crumbled bacon over the cheese. Carefully slide the pizza (on the parchment paper, if using) onto the preheated pizza stone or a baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the crust is lightly golden and the cheese is melted.
5. Add the eggs: Carefully remove the pizza from the oven. Using the back of a spoon, make four small wells in the cheese. Crack one egg into each well. Season the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper.
6. Finish baking: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still runny. Keep a close eye on it to avoid overcooking the eggs.
7. Garnish and serve: Remove the pizza from the oven. Sprinkle with fresh chives or parsley. Let it rest for a minute before slicing and serving immediately.

Recipe Tips

• Use Room Temperature Dough: Letting your pizza dough come to room temperature for about 30 minutes makes it much easier to stretch and roll out. Cold dough tends to shrink back and resist shaping.
• Pre-bake the Crust: Par-baking the crust with the cheese and bacon before adding the eggs is essential. This ensures the dough gets crispy and cooked through without overcooking the delicate egg yolks.
• Make Wells for the Eggs: Creating small indentations in the cheese topping helps contain the eggs and prevents them from sliding off the pizza while it bakes.
• Watch the Eggs Carefully: The eggs will cook very quickly in the hot oven. Start checking them after 4 minutes. The goal is to have fully cooked, opaque whites while the yolks remain gloriously runny.

What To Serve Breakfast Pizza

This all-in-one breakfast pizza is fantastic on its own, but it also pairs well with a few simple sides for a complete brunch. Serve it with a fresh fruit salad to add a light, sweet contrast. A simple arugula salad tossed with lemon juice and olive oil can cut through the richness of the cheese and bacon. For drinks, a hot cup of coffee, a glass of fresh orange juice, or even a spicy Bloody Mary would be a perfect complement.

How To Store Breakfast Pizza Leftovers

• Refrigerate: Store leftover slices in an airtight container or wrapped tightly in foil in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The texture of the egg yolk will change upon reheating.
• Freeze: Freezing is not recommended for this recipe, as the texture of the cooked eggs becomes rubbery and unpleasant once thawed and reheated. This pizza is best enjoyed fresh.

Martha Stewart Breakfast Pizza Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 550 kcal
• Total Fat: 30g
• Saturated Fat: 13g
• Cholesterol: 245mg
• Sodium: 1100mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 45g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 4g
• Protein: 25g

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I use a different type of cheese? Absolutely! Feel free to substitute with your favorite cheeses. Gruyère, provolone, or a simple Italian cheese blend would all be delicious alternatives to the mozzarella and cheddar.
• What other toppings would work on a breakfast pizza? You can customize this pizza with many classic breakfast ingredients. Cooked breakfast sausage, sautéed mushrooms, sliced bell peppers, or onions would all be excellent additions. Just add them with the bacon before the initial bake.
• How can I make sure my egg yolks are runny? The key is to pull the pizza from the oven as soon as the egg whites turn from translucent to opaque. They will continue to set slightly from the residual heat. Cooking for 5-7 minutes after adding the eggs is a good starting point, but watch them closely.

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• Martha Stewart Breakfast Quiche Recipe
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