Introduction

This Puff Pastry Breakfast Pizza is a delicious and elegant twist on traditional breakfast. Featuring a flaky, buttery crust topped with eggs, cheese, savory meats, and fresh vegetables, it’s perfect for leisurely weekend mornings or brunch gatherings. Easy to customize, it’s sure to become a family favorite.

A rectangular flaky puff pastry tart has a thick golden brown crust edge with visible layers. The base layer consists of melted white cheese spread evenly, topped with small pieces of crispy reddish-brown bacon. Three sunny-side-up eggs with bright yellow yolks and slightly glossy whites are positioned in a row across the tart, each sprinkled with black pepper and small green herb bits. The tart is cut into three squares, one slightly separated from the others. It rests on parchment paper placed on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 sheet frozen puff pastry (about 14.1 ounces/400g), thawed
6-8 large eggs
2 cups shredded cheese (mix of mozzarella, cheddar, Monterey Jack, Gruyere, pepper jack, provolone, or Parmesan)
1 cup cooked breakfast meat (bacon, sausage, or ham, diced or crumbled)
1-2 cups chopped vegetables (onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, spinach, cherry tomatoes, asparagus)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon dried herbs (Italian seasoning, oregano, thyme, or rosemary), optional
Red pepper flakes, optional
Hollandaise sauce, hot sauce, fresh herbs, or everything bagel seasoning for garnish, optional

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Gently unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Trim if necessary to fit comfortably.
Step 2: Lightly prick the puff pastry all over with a fork to prevent excessive puffing. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the pastry is slightly puffed.
Step 3: While the pastry pre-bakes, prepare your toppings. Cook bacon until crispy and crumble it, or cook and crumble sausage, or dice ham. Sauté vegetables such as onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach until softened; roast or add raw cherry tomatoes or asparagus lightly.
Step 4: Remove the pre-baked puff pastry from the oven and gently press down the center to create a shallow well, leaving the edges puffed.
Step 5: Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese evenly over the pastry base. Then evenly arrange the cooked breakfast meat and sautéed vegetables on top of the cheese.
Step 6: (Optional) Use the back of a spoon to create small wells in the toppings to hold the eggs to prevent spreading.
Step 7: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, remaining shredded cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and evenly combined.
Step 8: Carefully pour or spoon the egg mixture evenly over the toppings, filling the well but leaving the puffed border exposed.
Step 9: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden and puffed, and the eggs are set but still slightly soft.
Step 10: Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh herbs and drizzle with hollandaise or hot sauce if desired. Slice into squares or rectangles and serve warm.

Tips & Variations

Use all-butter puff pastry for richer flavor and flakiness.
Sauté vegetables beforehand to remove excess moisture and enhance flavor.
Mix different cheeses for a complex, melty topping.
For vegetarian or vegan versions, substitute meat with plant-based sausage crumbles, roasted vegetables, or seasoned beans.
Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning on the crust before baking for extra texture and flavor.
Use fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or basil as a bright garnish.

Storage

Store leftover breakfast pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat slices in a 350°F (175°C) oven for about 10 minutes to maintain crispness. Avoid microwaving if possible, as it can make the pastry soggy.

How to Serve

A square puff pastry base forms the bottom layer, golden and flaky with slightly raised edges. On top is a creamy, light yellow sauce spread evenly. Three bright yellow egg yolks sit spaced apart on this surface, glossy and sprinkled with black pepper. Scattered around the yolks are bright green asparagus tips and stalks, adding freshness and a crunchy texture. Thin white cheese shreds are spread across the top, melting slightly. Small pieces of crispy brown bacon are also scattered, and the whole dish is lightly sprinkled with finely chopped green herbs. The puff pastry sits on light brown parchment paper on a baking tray with a few brown eggs in a white carton in the background. The surface below has a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare this pizza in advance?

You can pre-bake the puff pastry and prepare toppings ahead of time, then assemble and bake just before serving for maximum freshness.

What can I use if I don’t have puff pastry?

Puff pastry gives a flaky texture that’s hard to substitute, but a pre-made pizza dough or crescent roll dough can be used in a pinch, though the texture and flavor will differ.

Puff Pastry Breakfast Pizza Recipe

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This Puff Pastry Breakfast Pizza is a luxurious and flaky breakfast dish that combines crispy all-butter puff pastry with a rich egg and cheese mixture, savory breakfast meats, sautéed vegetables, and flavorful seasonings. Perfect for brunch or a special breakfast, this recipe offers a crisp, buttery crust topped with melty cheese, protein-rich eggs, and your choice of delicious toppings, baked to golden perfection. The versatility in ingredients lets you customize the pizza to suit any taste, from classic bacon and cheddar to vegetarian options with roasted vegetables and plant-based proteins.

Author: Lila
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Yield: 6–8 servings 1x
Category: Breakfast, Brunch
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Halal

Ingredients

Scale

Puff Pastry

1 sheet frozen all-butter puff pastry (about 14.1 ounces / 400g), thawed

Egg Mixture

6–8 large eggs
2 cups shredded cheese (combo of mozzarella, cheddar, Monterey Jack, Gruyere, Provolone, or Pepper Jack)
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Breakfast Meat (choose one or combination)

1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon, sausage, or diced ham

Vegetables (choose one or combination, approximately 1-2 cups)

Onions, thinly sliced or diced
Bell peppers, diced
Sliced mushrooms (cremini, button, or shiitake)
Chopped spinach or kale (lightly sautéed)
Cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
Chopped asparagus (blanched or lightly roasted)

Seasonings

Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon dried Italian herbs (optional)
Red pepper flakes (optional)

Optional Toppings & Garnishes

Hollandaise sauce for drizzling after baking
Hot sauce for serving
Fresh chopped herbs (parsley, chives, basil, oregano)
Everything bagel seasoning for sprinkling crust

Instructions

Prepare Puff Pastry: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet gently and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Trim the pastry slightly if it’s too large to fit comfortably.
Pre-bake Puff Pastry: Lightly prick the entire surface of the puff pastry with a fork to prevent excessive puffing. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden brown and pastry is slightly puffed. This step ensures the crust stays crisp and holds toppings well.
Prepare Toppings While Pastry Pre-bakes: Cook your breakfast meat choice until done (crisp bacon, fully cooked sausage crumbled, or diced ham) and keep warm. Sauté vegetables such as onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach in a skillet with olive oil or butter until softened and lightly caramelized, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cherry tomatoes and asparagus can be used raw or roasted briefly.
Assemble the Pizza: Remove pre-baked puff pastry from oven. Gently press down the center with the back of a spoon to create a well, leaving a puffed border around the edges. Sprinkle half the shredded cheese evenly over the pastry to form a moisture barrier.
Layer Toppings: Evenly distribute cooked meats and sautéed vegetables over the cheese. Optionally, create small wells in the toppings using the back of a spoon to nestle eggs later.
Prepare Egg Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, remaining cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
Pour Egg Mixture Over Toppings: Carefully pour or spoon the egg mixture evenly over the toppings and into the well of the puff pastry, ensuring the puffed border remains exposed and containment of the liquid is maintained.
Bake the Breakfast Pizza: Return the pizza to the oven. Bake for 18-22 minutes until the puff pastry is golden and puffed, and the eggs are set but yolks remain slightly soft. Baking time may vary depending on oven and topping thickness.
Cool and Garnish: Remove from oven and allow to cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet to facilitate slicing. Garnish with fresh chopped herbs, drizzle with hollandaise sauce if desired, and sprinkle everything bagel seasoning on crust if using.
Slice and Serve: Cut the breakfast pizza into squares or rectangles and serve warm. Offer hot sauce on the side for added spice.

Notes

Thaw the puff pastry overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature for 30-40 minutes until pliable but cold.
Pre-baking the puff pastry is crucial for a crisp crust that won’t become soggy from the egg mixture.
Sautéing vegetables reduces moisture and enhances flavor; avoid adding raw watery vegetables directly to the pizza.
Customize your cheese blend according to taste, but include mozzarella for excellent melting.
Use fresh, high-quality eggs for best flavor and texture.
Let the pizza cool slightly before slicing to prevent cracking and ensure clean slices.
Optional garnishes like hollandaise sauce and fresh herbs add a gourmet brunch appeal.

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