High-Protein Sausage & Egg Breakfast Pizza
A game changer for breakfast lovers, this pizza combines sausage, scrambled eggs, and gooey cheese on a crisp tortilla base.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High-Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large flour tortilla (low carb or gluten-free)
- 3 tbsp shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite blend)
- 1/3 cup ground sausage, turkey sausage, or bacon (cooked)
- 2 large eggs (scrambled)
- 2 tablespoons cottage cheese cheesy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: diced bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, or salsa
- Fresh herbs (such as chopped parsley or chives for garnish)
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese (regular or low fat)
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook the ground sausage or turkey until browned in a skillet, then set aside.
- Scramble the eggs in a bowl, seasoning them with salt and pepper.
- Layer your tortilla on a baking sheet and spread the cottage cheese sauce evenly over it.
- Sprinkle the cooked sausage on top of the sauce.
- Pour the scrambled eggs over the sausage, then follow with your choice of shredded cheese.
- If desired, add optional toppings like diced bell peppers or onions.
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the edges of the tortilla are golden.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh herbs before slicing.
Notes
For added nutrition, consider adding grated zucchini or spinach to the egg mixture. Make a larger batch to freeze portions for busy mornings.