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Breakfast Pizza Hash Brown Crust

Crispy Breakfast Pizza Hash Brown Crust to Start Your Day Right

A delightful Breakfast Pizza Hash Brown Crust that combines cheesy goodness with baked eggs, perfect for customizing to your taste.
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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: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Hash Brown Crust
  • 2 cups Hash Browns Thawed and squeezed dry
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Adds creaminess
  • 1 cup Breakfast Sausage or Bacon Optional, can use plant-based
  • 1 cup Diced Bell Pepper Optional, can substitute with spinach or mushrooms
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions For garnish
For the Egg Topping
  • 4 large Large Eggs Adjust based on preference
  • 1/2 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • 12-inch ovenproof skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Grease a 12-inch ovenproof skillet or pizza pan with unsalted butter.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine hash browns, melted butter, salt, and pepper.
  4. Transfer the hash brown mixture to the prepared pan, pressing it down evenly.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.
  6. Add shredded cheddar cheese and optional toppings.
  7. Create shallow wells for eggs in the topping layer.
  8. Crack a large egg in each well, seasoning with paprika, salt, and pepper.
  9. Bake for an additional 10-12 minutes until egg whites are set.
  10. Allow to cool for 3 minutes, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 640mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Squeeze out moisture from hash browns for optimum crispiness. Use clarified butter for a crunchier texture. Adjust egg baking time for preferred doneness.

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