Delicious Pesto Breakfast Pizza Recipe

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Delicious Pesto Breakfast Pizza Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
35mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on November 02, 2023

Start your day off right with this flavorful and satisfying Pesto Breakfast Pizza. Made with a crispy pizza crust, creamy pesto sauce, and topped with scrambled eggs, bacon, and cheese, this savory breakfast recipe is perfect for brunch or a lazy weekend morning. The combination of the herbaceous pesto, fluffy eggs, and crispy bacon creates a fantastic flavor profile that will leave you craving more. Prepare this simple and delicious breakfast pizza in just 25 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 pre-made pizza crust
  • 1/4 cup pesto sauce
  • 4 large eggs
  • 4 strips of bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Place the pre-made pizza crust on a baking sheet.
  3. Spread the pesto sauce evenly over the crust, leaving a small border.
  4. In a bowl, whisk the eggs together with salt and pepper.
  5. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and pour in the whisked eggs. Scramble the eggs until just set.
  6. Evenly spread the scrambled eggs over the pesto-spread crust.
  7. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the eggs.
  8. Top with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
  9. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
  11. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
  12. Slice and serve warm.

Interesting Facts

  • Pesto originated in Genoa, Italy, and traditionally consists of basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil.
  • Breakfast pizza became popular in the United States during the 1980s and is often enjoyed as a brunch option.
  • You can customize this recipe by adding your favorite toppings such as tomatoes, onions, or bell peppers.