Description
This Puff Pastry Breakfast Pizza features a flaky, buttery crust seasoned with everything bagel spices, topped with crispy pancetta, melted Gruyère cheese, and baked eggs nestled right into the pizza. It’s a savory brunch dish that’s both elegant and easy to prepare, delivering a perfect balance of textures and flavors in under 40 minutes.
Ingredients
Meat and Cheese
- 4 ounces pancetta or bacon, diced
- 6 ounces Gruyère cheese, freshly grated
Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry (about 14 ounces), homemade or thawed from frozen
- 1 large egg, whisked with 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
- 3-4 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
Eggs and Seasoning
- 4-6 large eggs
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Oven and Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F and position a rack in the center. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Prepare all your ingredients by dicing the pancetta, grating the cheese, and whisking the egg wash.
- Cook the Pancetta: Heat a large skillet over medium heat, then add the diced pancetta. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until it becomes golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the pancetta to a plate, letting excess fat drain. Set aside.
- Assemble the Puff Pastry: Unfold the puff pastry onto the prepared baking sheet. Gently score a one-inch border around the edges with a paring knife without cutting all the way through. Brush the border with the egg wash and sprinkle everything bagel seasoning over this border to create a flavorful crust. Use a fork to prick the center of the pastry all over to prevent excessive puffing.
- Add Cheese and Pancetta, Create Wells: Evenly sprinkle the grated Gruyère cheese over the center of the puff pastry, followed by the crispy pancetta. With the back of a spoon or spatula, create 4-6 small indentations or wells in the cheese where you will crack the eggs later.
- Par-bake the Pizza Base: Place the assembled puff pastry in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes. This step partially cooks the crust and melts the cheese slightly, setting the base for the eggs.
- Add Eggs and Finish Baking: Remove the pizza quickly from the oven and carefully crack an egg into each prepared well. Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 7-9 minutes or until the egg whites are fully set and yolks reach your preferred doneness.
- Serve: Once done, remove the breakfast pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Slice into 4-6 pieces. For an optional fresh touch, top each slice with lightly dressed arugula (olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper) and serve immediately.
Notes
- Ensure the puff pastry is fully thawed before using to prevent cracking or uneven puffing.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove pancetta so excess grease doesn’t make the pastry soggy.
- Adjust baking time depending on how runny or firm you like your yolks.
- Everything bagel seasoning can be purchased pre-made or mixed from sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried garlic, dried onion, and salt.
- For additional flavor, you can substitute pancetta with bacon or add fresh herbs like chives or parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
