Our easy Breakfast Pizza recipe is a fun breakfast idea that kids and adults will love! It has a delicious cheesy sausage gravy topping and a golden crescent roll crust. It's a crowd-pleaser that makes any breakfast or brunch extra special. I mean, who doesn't love pizza for breakfast?
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This is the ultimate breakfast for kids and adults alike – our homemade Breakfast Pizza recipe! This isn't just any pizza; it's a morning feast! This homemade pizza is made with crescent rolls for an irresistibly flaky crust and topped with a homemade, flavorful sausage gravy and gooey mozzarella.
This breakfast pizza will transform your morning routine or brunch gatherings into an eagerly awaited event.
Traditionally, breakfast pizzas are a fantastic way to start the day, especially for a weekend breakfast, casual brunches, or even special mornings like Christmas or Easter.
If you're looking for more delicious breakfast recipes, check out our favorite sausage gravy with biscuits our our easy breakfast burritos.
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What You'll Love About This Recipe:
- Flaky Crescent Roll Crust: Enjoy the unique twist of a buttery, golden crust that's both easy to prepare and delightfully delicious.
- Rich and Hearty Topping: The savory sausage gravy with melted mozzarella is a mouthwatering combination that's sure to satisfy.
- Versatility: Perfect for any occasion, from a family breakfast to a special brunch or even as a novel dinner option.
- Customizable: Easily adaptable to include your favorite toppings or adjust to your taste preferences.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Guaranteed to be a hit with both kids and adults, making it a go-to recipe for gatherings.
Ingredients
Breakfast sausage: Opt for high-quality, flavorful sausage to ensure the base of your pizza is rich and hearty.
Flour: Just a touch to thicken the gravy, ensuring a thick pizza sauce base.
Salt & Ground black pepper: Essential seasonings to enhance the overall flavor of the gravy.
Milk: The creamy base of your gravy, choose full-fat for richness or a lighter version for a less indulgent option.
Mozzarella cheese: Choose a good melt-quality mozzarella for that gooey, cheesy topping. Opt for a block of whole mozzarella and shred it yourself for the freshest, meltiest cheese topping. Cheddar cheese works great too!
Crescent rolls: The secret to a quick, flaky, and buttery crust. Look for fresh, refrigerated cans for the best results.
Equipment
- Skillet: A medium to large skillet is key for cooking the sausage and creating the gravy.
- Baking Sheet: Necessary for assembling and baking your pizza, ensuring it cooks evenly.
- Parchment Paper: Helps prevent sticking and ensures easy cleanup.
Instructions
Making breakfast pizza is one of my favorite activities to do with the kids to bond in the morning.
to begin, preheat your oven to 350°F and line your baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Heat a skillet over a medium flame and crumble in the sausage, letting it sizzle and brown.
Sprinkle in flour, salt, and pepper, stirring well to coat the sausage evenly, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor.
Pour in the milk gradually over the cooked sausage, stirring constantly to blend it seamlessly with the flour and sausage, creating a thick, creamy gravy.
Allow the mixture to bubble gently, stirring as it thickens into a rich, flavorful base for your topping.
Once thickened, fold in the shredded cheese, watching it melt into the gravy, adding a layer of gooey, cheesy goodness.
Set your skillet aside, letting the flavors meld together off the heat.
Lay out the crescent rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, pressing the seams together to form a single cohesive layer. This will be the pizza crust.
Spread the sausage gravy evenly over the crust, all the way to the edges, ensuring every slice will be equally delicious.
Bake in the preheated oven until the crust puffs up and turns a beautiful golden brown, a sight that's sure to make mouths water.
Let it cool slightly, then slice into generous pieces and watch them disappear!
Top Tip
For the perfect Breakfast Pizza, ensure your sausage gravy is thick enough before spreading it on the dough; it should be creamy but not runny, to prevent a soggy crust.
Substitutions
- Swap out the breakfast sausage for your favorite meat alternative or even a vegetarian option to cater to different dietary preferences.
- Use any cheese you love in place of mozzarella; cheddar or a blend can add a different twist to the flavor.
- Swap out crescent rolls for your favorite homemade pizza dough or a refrigerated pizza crust for a different twist.
Variations
- Spicy Kick: Add some heat with a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños into the gravy.
- Veggie Delight: Top with sautéed mushrooms, onions, or bell peppers for a vegetarian version.
- Ultimate Meat Lover’s: Include crispy bacon or ham along with the sausage for an extra meaty treat.
We like to make breakfast pizza for the first day of school. It adds a little fun to the hectic start of the school year.
Storage Instructions
If you have leftover breakfast pizza to store, here's our tips.
Fridge Storage: Keep leftover pizza in an airtight container, refrigerated, for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until warm.
Freezer Option: Not recommended for freezing as the crust may become soggy upon reheating.
Reheating: Warm in a preheated oven or toaster oven at 350°F until heated through, preserving the crust's crispiness.
What to Serve with
- Hash Browns: A crunchy favorite, hash browns offer a crispy contrast to the soft, flavorful pizza. They’re simple to prepare and bring a satisfying texture to the breakfast table.
- Fresh Fruit Salad: Balance the savory pizza with a light, colorful fruit salad. Combine seasonal fruits for a sweet, refreshing side that cleanses the palate and adds a nutritious touch.
- Soft Scrambled Eggs: Creamy and comforting, soft scrambled eggs pair beautifully with the hearty pizza. They’re quick to make and add a great protein to go with the breakfast pizza.
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Breakfast Pizza
Ingredients
- 16 ounces breakfast sausage
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
- 2 cans crescent rolls 8 count each
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat brown your sausage until cooked thoroughly.
- Add the flour, salt and pepper and stir until all the flour is incorporated.
- Stir in your milk.
- Continue stirring and cooking the sausage gravy until it comes up to a boil and starts to thicken.
- Cook for 5 more minutes stirring frequently.
- Stir in the cheese to melt.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
- On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper lay down your crescent rolls into a rectangle shape.
- Pinch together any seams and give the edges a little roll to make a crust.
- Pour the sausage gravy onto the crescent roll crust and spread out.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
- Slice and serve!
Notes
Nutrition
FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the pizza in advance and refrigerate it overnight. Just bake it in the morning, allowing a few extra minutes if it's coming straight from the fridge.
Absolutely! You can use homemade or store-bought pizza dough, puff pastry, or even biscuit dough as a base, though the cooking time may vary.
Yes, for an extra breakfast touch, you can crack a few eggs on top of the gravy before baking. They'll cook in the oven and add a delicious richness.
Any ground meat will work, like ground turkey or pork. You can also use bacon or ham. Just ensure it’s cooked and seasoned well.
Definitely! Feel free to experiment with cheddar, gouda, or any blend of cheeses you prefer for different flavors.
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