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Breakfast Pizza Hash Brown Crust

Crispy Breakfast Pizza Hash Brown Crust for the Perfect Brunch

This Breakfast Pizza with Hash Brown Crust is a versatile and crowd-pleasing dish, elevating your brunch experience with layers of flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 3 minutes
Total Time 53 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Hash Brown Crust
  • 4 cups Frozen Shredded Hash Browns Thaw and squeeze dry for a crispy base.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Use clarified butter for enhanced crispiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Use to season the crust.
For the Toppings
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Feel free to swap with mozzarella or pepper jack.
  • 1 cup Breakfast Sausage or Bacon (optional) Choose plant-based alternatives for vegetarian option.
  • 1 cup Diced Bell Pepper Substitute with spinach or mushrooms for variety.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions Use herbs like parsley or dill for garnish.
  • 4 large Large Eggs Consider egg alternatives for a lighter version.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Try hot sauce for an extra kick.

Equipment

  • 12-inch ovenproof skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly grease a skillet or pizza pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine hash browns, melted butter, salt, and pepper.
  3. Transfer the hash brown mixture to your skillet, pressing it down, then bake for 20-25 minutes.
  4. Remove from oven, layer cheese and optional sausage/bacon, then sprinkle bell peppers and green onions.
  5. Create wells for the eggs in the toppings, then crack eggs into each well.
  6. Sprinkle eggs with paprika, salt, and pepper, and bake for another 10-12 minutes.
  7. Let cool for 3 minutes, slice into wedges, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 185mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Squeeze excess moisture from the hash browns for a crispy crust. Prepare the crust a day in advance for best results.

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