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Breakfast Pizza with a Twist: A Morning Delight

Are you ready to shake up your morning routine with a breakfast pizza that’s equal parts savory and sweet? This unique recipe combines the classic breakfast components of eggs, bacon, and toast with the convenience of a pizza. And the best part? You can prepare the dough the night before to make your morning even easier.

Harissa: The Secret Ingredient

Harissa, a spicy Tunisian paste, adds a bold kick to this breakfast pizza. You can find harissa in tubes or jars at Middle Eastern markets or gourmet stores, or even make your own at home.

Make-Ahead Magic

To simplify your morning, prepare the pizza dough the night before and refrigerate it until you’re ready to bake. Alternatively, use a high-quality store-bought dough to save time.

Rise and Shine: Let’s Make Pizza!

Step 1: Activate the Yeast

Combine warm water (between 110°F and 115°F) and yeast in a stand mixer bowl. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes until it’s bubbling.

Step 2: Mix and Knead

Add flour, sugar, and salt to the bowl and mix on low speed until the dough comes together. Increase the speed to medium and knead for 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and stretchy.

Step 3: Let it Rise

Transfer the dough to an oiled bowl, cover it with a damp towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Step 4: Prep the Toppings

Heat your oven to 450°F and bake thinly sliced pancetta until crispy. Break it into small pieces and set aside. Wash the baking sheets and return them to the oven to heat up while you prepare the dough.

Step 5: Assemble and Bake

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 4 equal pieces. Shape 2 pieces into 7-inch rounds and place them on a hot baking sheet. Spread harissa on each round, followed by shredded mozzarella, pancetta, and a cracked egg. Drizzle with olive oil and bake until the crust is golden and the egg whites are set.

Step 6: Repeat and Serve

Repeat the process with the remaining dough and toppings. Serve your breakfast pizzas hot, garnished with scallions and seasoned with salt and pepper to taste.

Yield: 4 (7-inch) pizzas
Difficulty: Easy
Total Time: 2 hours