Dinner

Cheese Crust Breakfast Pizza Recipe

ByAndria Russo December 12, 2025December 12, 2025

Introduction

This Cheese Crust Breakfast Pizza is a delicious twist on traditional breakfast, combining a crispy, cheesy base with savory sausage and eggs. It’s quick to make and perfect for starting your day with something special and satisfying.

The image shows a close-up of a cheesy pizza with multiple layers. The bottom layer is a golden-brown crust, topped with a layer of red tomato sauce. Above the sauce, there is a thick layer of melted white and yellow cheese that looks stretchy and gooey. On top of the cheese, there are small pieces of browned meat scattered evenly, along with sprinkled green herbs and red chili flakes for color. A woman's hand is pulling one slice slightly away, showing the stretch of melted cheese connecting the slice to the rest of the pizza. The pizza is on a white plate, set on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 large eggs
½ lb (225 g) breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (extra for toppings)
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (extra for toppings)
¼ cup red onion, diced (optional)
1 tbsp fresh parsley or chives, chopped
1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a pizza pan or baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Spread 2 cups of mozzarella and 1 cup of cheddar cheese evenly on the pan in a large circle about 10 to 12 inches in diameter.
Step 3: Bake the cheese base for 8 to 10 minutes until it’s melted, bubbly, and lightly golden. Remove it from the oven carefully.
Step 4: Crack the eggs evenly across the cheese crust. Then sprinkle the cooked sausage, diced red onion (if using), and the extra shredded mozzarella and cheddar on top. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.
Step 5: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 10 to 12 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked to your preferred doneness and the cheese is melted again.
Step 6: Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley or chives, slice, and serve immediately while hot.

Tips & Variations

For a vegetarian version, replace the sausage with sautéed mushrooms or spinach.
Use pepper jack cheese instead of cheddar for a spicy kick.
To make the eggs runnier, reduce the second baking time by a few minutes.
If you prefer a crispier crust, let the cheese base bake a bit longer before adding toppings.

Storage

Store any leftover breakfast pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat slices in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5-7 minutes to keep the crust crisp. Avoid microwaving if you want to preserve the texture of the cheese crust.

How to Serve

A close-up of a cheesy pizza cut into slices on a white plate, showing two slices with gooey melted cheese that is golden and white in color, sprinkled with small bits of browned sausage and green herbs, along with tiny red chili flakes scattered on top. The cheese looks stretchy and slightly browned from baking, covering the crust edges which are light brown and slightly crispy. The background is a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the cheese crust ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the cheese crust in advance and refrigerate it for a few hours. When ready, add the toppings and bake as directed, adjusting cooking times if needed.