Can I make Breakfast Pizza Hash Brown Crust ahead of time?

Yes! You can pre-bake the hash brown crust a day ahead. Store it covered in the fridge, then add toppings and eggs just before the final bake.

How do I store leftovers?

Let leftovers cool, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best texture.

Can I use different vegetables?

Absolutely. Mushrooms, spinach, or even leftover roasted veggies work well. Just avoid anything too watery.

Is this recipe freezer-friendly?

The crust alone freezes beautifully. Fully assembled pizza is best enjoyed fresh, but slices can be frozen if needed—just know the eggs will cook more when reheated.

5 Comforting Breakfast Pizza Hash Brown Crust Secrets

Description

This Breakfast Pizza Hash Brown Crust is the ultimate cozy breakfast made with a crispy potato base, melty cheese, savory sausage, and perfectly baked eggs. It’s easy, filling, and perfect for brunch, weekends, or breakfast-for-dinner nights.

Ingredients

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4 cups frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
½ pound breakfast sausage or bacon, cooked and crumbled
½ cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
¼ cup green onions, sliced
4 large eggs
½ teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a round pizza pan or oven-safe skillet.
Thaw the hash browns completely and squeeze out as much moisture as possible using a clean kitchen towel.
In a bowl, mix hash browns with melted butter, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Press the mixture firmly into the pan, creating a compact crust about ¼-inch thick with slightly raised edges.
Bake the crust for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown and crispy around the edges.
Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle the cheese evenly over the hot crust.
Top with cooked sausage or bacon, bell peppers, and green onions.
Use the back of a spoon to create small wells in the toppings.
Carefully crack one egg into each well. Sprinkle with paprika and additional salt and pepper.
Return to the oven and bake for 8–12 minutes, until egg whites are set and yolks are cooked to your preference.
Slice and serve warm.

Notes

For crispier results, don’t skip squeezing moisture from the hash browns.

Swap cheddar for Monterey Jack, mozzarella, or pepper jack if desired.

Prefer fully cooked eggs? Bake an extra 2–3 minutes.

Great for meal prep—reheat slices in the oven or air fryer.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Breakfast , Brunch
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (¼ pizza)
Calories: 430 kcal
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 780 mg
Fat: 28 g
Saturated Fat: 12 g
Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 26 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 20 g
Cholesterol: 235 mg