English Muffin Breakfast Pizza

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English muffin breakfast pizzas are a quick, satisfying morning meal. Toast English muffins, prepare sawmill gravy from sausage drippings, and scramble eggs for a fluffy texture. Assemble the pizzas with gravy, scrambled eggs, sausage, and cheddar cheese. Broil everything until the cheese melts and bubbles. This dish combines hearty flavors with a touch of indulgence, making breakfast both nourishing and delicious.

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Updated on Sat, 22 Mar 2025 16:35:02 GMT
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This Southern-inspired breakfast pizza transforms ordinary English muffins into a hearty morning feast that will keep you fueled all day. The combination of creamy sawmill gravy, fluffy eggs, savory sausage, and melted cheese creates the perfect balance of comfort and indulgence on a toasted English muffin base.

I first made these breakfast pizzas when hosting my in-laws for a holiday weekend. The look on my father-in-law's face when I served these instead of plain scrambled eggs told me everything. Now they're requested at every family gathering.

Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

My grandmother always insisted on making her own breakfast sausage with sage from her garden which takes these breakfast pizzas to another level. When I make these now I still remember her standing at the stove teaching me how to properly make gravy without lumps a skill that took me years to master.

Mastering the Gravy

Smart Substitutions

Serving Suggestions

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What is sawmill gravy?

Sawmill gravy is a creamy, flavorful sauce typically made with sausage drippings, flour, and milk, seasoned with salt and pepper.

→ Can I use different cheese types?

Absolutely! You can substitute mild cheddar with your preferred cheese, such as mozzarella, gouda, or pepper jack for a unique flavor twist.

→ Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes. Prepare and assemble the components ahead, then store them in the fridge. Broil when ready to serve for the freshest result.

→ What’s the best way to toast English muffins?

Toast English muffins lightly in a toaster or under the broiler until golden brown for a perfect base.

→ How can I make the gravy thicker?

For a thicker gravy, cook the flour and sausage drippings longer before adding milk, or reduce the milk slightly during cooking.

English Muffin Breakfast Pizza

English muffins topped with eggs, sausage, cheese, and creamy sawmill gravy for a hearty breakfast.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
20 Minutes
Total Time
30 Minutes
By: Rose

Category: Breakfast & Brunch

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 4 Servings

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

→ Main Ingredients

01 1 package of English muffins
02 8 eggs
03 1 lb breakfast sausage
04 8 oz mild cheddar cheese, thinly sliced

→ Sawmill Gravy

05 2 cups milk
06 ¼ cup sausage drippings (add butter if insufficient drippings)
07 ¼ cup flour
08 ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
09 ¼ teaspoon pepper, or to taste

Instructions

Step 01

Cook breakfast sausage in a cast iron pan until well done. Remove sausage from the pan and discard all but ¼ cup of fat.

Step 02

Add flour to the reserved sausage drippings in the skillet. Cook and stir the mixture over medium heat for 5 to 10 minutes, or until it starts turning golden.

Step 03

Slowly add milk to the roux, stirring constantly. Cook the mixture until it boils and thickens.

Step 04

Lightly toast the English muffins while preparing the gravy.

Step 05

Scramble the eggs in a non-stick skillet. Optionally, add a small dash of milk to make them fluffier.

Step 06

Turn the oven broiler on high. Assemble the pizzas on a baking sheet by spreading sawmill gravy over the toasted English muffins, then topping with scrambled eggs, a slice of cheese, and sausage.

Step 07

Place the assembled pizzas under the broiler until the cheese is bubbly and melted.

Tools You'll Need

  • Cast iron pan
  • Non-stick skillet
  • Baking sheet

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains dairy
  • Contains gluten
  • Contains eggs

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 458
  • Total Fat: ~
  • Total Carbohydrate: ~
  • Protein: ~