Breakfast Pizza Hash Brown Crust
The ultimate morning treat with a crispy hash brown base topped with fluffy eggs, savory sausage, colorful bell peppers, and melted cheese, perfect for any breakfast occasion.
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients
- 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
Topping Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 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
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the hash browns, melted butter, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Press the hash brown mixture into the bottom of a greased pizza baking pan or oven-safe skillet, forming a crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
Topping and Assembly
- While the crust bakes, prepare the toppings by mixing together the sausage or bacon, bell pepper, cheese, and green onions.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Once the crust is ready, remove it from the oven and spread the filling evenly on top.
- Pour the egg mixture over the filling and return the pizza to the oven.
Cooking
- Bake for another 15-20 minutes or until the eggs are set and the top is lightly golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve!
Notes
Serve cut into wedges on a colorful plate for presentation; pair with fresh fruit or a light salad.