English Muffin Breakfast Pizza is your new morning must-have. These mini pizzas are built on a crispy toasted English muffin, layered with creamy sausage gravy, fluffy scrambled eggs, savory sausage, and melty cheddar cheese. Each bite packs comfort, flavor, and a bit of that diner-style breakfast charm—all in handheld form.
Whether you’re cooking for a crowd or meal prepping breakfast for the week, these pizzas deliver both ease and indulgence. They’re hearty, customizable, and ready in just 30 minutes.
Why You’ll Love English Muffin Breakfast Pizza
- Crispy, Cheesy, Satisfying: Toasted muffins, creamy gravy, and gooey cheese—what’s not to love?
- Quick & Easy: Perfect for busy mornings or lazy weekend brunch.
- Customizable: Make them veggie, spicy, or dairy-free.
- Kid-Approved: Mini pizzas they can help assemble and love to eat.
- Perfect for Meal Prep: Make a batch, refrigerate, and reheat on demand.
Time Needed
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4 (8 mini pizzas)
Ingredients
- 1 package English muffins (split into halves)
- 8 eggs, scrambled
- 1 lb breakfast sausage
- 8 oz mild cheddar cheese, thinly sliced
- For Sawmill Gravy:
- ¼ cup sausage drippings (or add butter if needed)
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper (or to taste)
How to Make English Muffin Breakfast Pizza
1️⃣ Cook the Sausage
Brown breakfast sausage in a skillet until fully cooked. Remove sausage and reserve ¼ cup of drippings for gravy.
2️⃣ Make the Gravy
In the same skillet, whisk flour into the drippings over medium heat to form a roux. Cook until golden, about 5–10 minutes. Slowly whisk in milk. Stir until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
3️⃣ Toast the English Muffins
Lightly toast English muffins while the gravy is cooking. This keeps them from getting soggy.
4️⃣ Scramble the Eggs
Whisk eggs with a dash of milk and scramble gently in a non-stick skillet until soft and fluffy.
5️⃣ Assemble the Pizzas
Preheat the broiler. On a baking sheet, layer each muffin half with sawmill gravy, scrambled eggs, crumbled sausage, and a slice of cheddar cheese.
6️⃣ Broil and Serve
Place under the broiler just until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden (1–2 minutes). Serve hot and enjoy!
Variations
- Vegetarian: Use meatless sausage and plant-based cheese.
- Spicy: Add jalapeños or use pepper jack cheese.
- Low-Cal: Swap regular sausage for turkey sausage and use low-fat cheese.
- Dairy-Free: Use vegan cheese and plant-based milk and butter for the gravy.
Serving Ideas
- Brunch Board: Serve alongside sliced fruit, yogurt, or a fresh salad.
- Make-Ahead Friendly: Assemble everything but the broil step, refrigerate, and finish just before serving.
- Kid-Friendly: Let little ones customize their own muffin halves with different toppings.
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 458 kcal
- Protein: ~20g
- Carbs: ~30g
- Fat: ~28g
- Sodium: Moderate to high—adjust salt and cheese to preference
Final Thoughts
English Muffin Breakfast Pizzas are a fun, satisfying, and flavor-packed way to start the day. They combine all your breakfast favorites—eggs, sausage, cheese, and gravy—on a crisp and chewy muffin base. Perfect for weekend brunch, holiday mornings, or making ahead for a busy week. Try them once, and they’ll earn a permanent spot on your breakfast rotation!
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English Muffin Breakfast Pizza
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 (8 mini pizzas) 1x
Description
English Muffin Breakfast Pizza is your new morning must-have. These mini pizzas are built on a crispy toasted English muffin, layered with creamy sausage gravy, fluffy scrambled eggs, savory sausage, and melty cheddar cheese. Each bite packs comfort, flavor, and a bit of that diner-style breakfast charm—all in handheld form.
Ingredients
- 1 package English muffins (split into halves)
- 8 eggs, scrambled
- 1 lb breakfast sausage
- 8 oz mild cheddar cheese, thinly sliced
- For Sawmill Gravy:
- ¼ cup sausage drippings (or add butter if needed)
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
- Brown breakfast sausage in a skillet until fully cooked. Remove sausage and reserve ¼ cup of drippings for gravy.
- In the same skillet, whisk flour into the drippings over medium heat to form a roux. Cook until golden, about 5–10 minutes. Slowly whisk in milk. Stir until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
- Lightly toast English muffins while the gravy is cooking. This keeps them from getting soggy.
- Whisk eggs with a dash of milk and scramble gently in a non-stick skillet until soft and fluffy.
- Preheat the broiler. On a baking sheet, layer each muffin half with sawmill gravy, scrambled eggs, crumbled sausage, and a slice of cheddar cheese.
- Place under the broiler just until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden (1–2 minutes). Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Customize with meatless sausage, pepper jack, or vegan ingredients. Assemble ahead and broil when ready to serve. Let kids choose their own toppings for a fun breakfast activity.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Broil
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 muffin halves
- Calories: 458
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: English Muffin Breakfast Pizza, brunch, mini pizzas, sausage gravy, easy breakfast