Ingredients
Creating this breakfast pizza masterpiece is surprisingly simple, relying on pantry staples and fresh ingredients to deliver maximum flavor with minimal effort. Here’s what you’ll need to gather to make your own mouthwatering Crescent Roll Breakfast Pizza:
- Crescent Roll Dough: Two cans (8 ounces each) of refrigerated crescent roll dough are the foundation of our pizza. These create a light, flaky, and incredibly easy crust that’s ready in minutes.
- Breakfast Sausage: One pound of breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled, provides the savory, meaty base for our toppings. Feel free to choose your favorite variety, from mild to spicy, to customize the flavor profile.
- Bacon: Six slices of bacon, cooked until crispy and then crumbled, add a smoky, salty crunch that complements the sausage perfectly. Consider using thick-cut bacon for extra flavor and texture.
- Eggs: Six large eggs are the star of the breakfast show, providing protein and richness. We’ll scramble these to create a fluffy, flavorful topping that melds beautifully with the cheese and other ingredients.
- Milk: A quarter cup of milk helps to create a lighter and fluffier scrambled egg mixture. You can use any type of milk you prefer, from dairy to plant-based alternatives.
- Shredded Cheese: Two cups of shredded cheese are essential for that gooey, cheesy goodness we all crave in a pizza. A blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack works wonderfully, but feel free to experiment with your favorite cheeses like mozzarella, Colby, or pepper jack for a spicier kick.
- Onion: Half of a medium-sized onion, finely diced, adds a subtle savory sweetness and aromatic depth to the pizza. Red, white, or yellow onions all work well, depending on your preference.
- Bell Pepper: Half of a bell pepper, diced (any color), contributes a touch of sweetness and a vibrant color to the pizza. Green, red, yellow, or orange bell peppers are all excellent choices.
- Green Onions (optional): Two tablespoons of chopped green onions, for garnish, add a fresh, mild oniony flavor and a pop of color to the finished pizza.
- Salt and Pepper: To taste, these essential seasonings enhance the flavors of all the ingredients and bring the dish together.
- Olive Oil or Cooking Spray: For greasing the baking sheet or skillet, preventing the pizza from sticking and ensuring easy removal.
Instructions
Making this Crescent Roll Breakfast Pizza is as simple as it is satisfying. Follow these step-by-step instructions to create your own breakfast masterpiece:
- Preheat and Prepare: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a large baking sheet or a 12-inch cast iron skillet with olive oil or cooking spray. This will prevent the pizza from sticking and ensure a golden-brown crust.
- Prepare the Crust: Open both cans of crescent roll dough. Unroll the dough and arrange the triangles in a slightly overlapping pattern on the prepared baking sheet or skillet. Pinch the seams together to create a solid, even crust. You can gently press the dough to slightly flatten it and create a more pizza-like base.
- Cook the Meats: While you’re preparing the crust, cook the breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat until it’s fully browned and no longer pink. Drain off any excess grease. In a separate skillet or the same skillet after cleaning, cook the bacon until it’s crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on paper towels to drain excess grease. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into smaller pieces.
- Sauté Vegetables (Optional but Recommended): In the same skillet you used for the meats (after cleaning if necessary), add a drizzle of olive oil or a pat of butter. Add the diced onion and bell pepper and sauté over medium heat until they are softened and slightly translucent, about 5-7 minutes. This step adds depth of flavor and softens the vegetables before they bake on the pizza. Season lightly with salt and pepper while sautéing.
- Scramble the Eggs: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Pour the egg mixture into a clean skillet (or the same skillet after cleaning). Cook over medium-low heat, stirring frequently with a spatula, until the eggs are set but still slightly moist. Avoid overcooking the eggs, as they will continue to cook in the oven.
- Assemble the Pizza: Now it’s time to assemble your breakfast pizza. Spread the cooked breakfast sausage evenly over the crescent roll crust. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the sausage. If you sautéed vegetables, distribute them evenly over the meats. Next, spread the scrambled eggs over the meat and vegetable layer. Finally, generously sprinkle the shredded cheese over the entire pizza, ensuring it covers all the toppings.
- Bake to Golden Perfection: Place the assembled breakfast pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crescent roll crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden. Keep an eye on the crust to prevent it from burning, especially around the edges.
- Garnish and Serve: Once the pizza is baked to perfection, remove it from the oven. If desired, garnish with chopped green onions for a fresh, vibrant touch. Let the pizza cool slightly for a few minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the cheese to set a bit and makes it easier to cut into clean slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 400
- Protein: 25 grams