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Relive those nostalgic cafeteria flavors with this easy, cheesy breakfast pizza—perfect for busy mornings, weekend brunch, or meal prep! With fluffy pizza crust, savory sausage gravy, and melty mozzarella, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Ready in 30 minutes – Faster than waiting in the school lunch line!
Kid-approved – Tastes just like the classic (but better).
Customizable – Add eggs, bacon, or veggies.
Meal-prep friendly – Reheats perfectly for grab-and-go mornings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 packet (0.87 oz) country gravy mix + water/milk per package
- ½ lb crumbled sausage (or turkey/plant-based crumbles)
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella
- Optional Add-Ons:
- Scrambled eggs
- Diced bacon
- Chopped bell peppers
- Hot sauce or ketchup for dipping
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Crust
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out dough on a greased baking sheet to ¼” thickness (or use pre-made crust).
2. Cook the Sausage
- Brown sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking into small pieces. Drain grease.
3. Make the Gravy
- Prepare gravy mix according to package (usually whisk with water/milk and simmer until thick).
4. Assemble
- Spread warm gravy over dough like pizza sauce.
- Top with sausage and cheese (and any extras like eggs or veggies).
5. Bake
- Bake 12-15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese bubbles.
6. Serve
- Cut into squares and serve with:
- Cold orange juice (for full nostalgia!)
- Hot sauce or maple syrup for sweet+savory
Pro Tips
Extra Crispy Crust? Pre-bake dough for 5 mins before adding toppings.
Healthier Twist? Use turkey sausage + low-fat cheese.
No Gravy Mix? Make your own with 2 tbsp flour + 1 tbsp butter + 1 cup milk + salt/pepper.
Storage & Reheating
Fridge: Keep for 3 days – Reheat in oven or air fryer to keep crust crisp.
Freezer: Wrap slices and freeze up to 1 month. Reheat at 350°F until warm.
Why This Beats the Cafeteria Version
No mystery meat – You control the ingredients!
Crispier crust – No soggy cardboard texture.
Endless upgrades – Add your favorite breakfast flavors.
Final Thoughts
This School Breakfast Pizza is the ultimate comfort food hack—easy, cheesy, and packed with nostalgia. Perfect for sleepy teens, busy parents, or anyone craving a hot breakfast FAST!
Who’s making this tomorrow? Tag your creations #SchoolBreakfastPizza!
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School Breakfast Pizza
Description
Relive those nostalgic cafeteria flavors with this easy, cheesy breakfast pizza—perfect for busy mornings, weekend brunch, or meal prep! With fluffy pizza crust, savory sausage gravy, and melty mozzarella, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser
Ingredients
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 packet (0.87 oz) country gravy mix + water/milk per package
- ½ lb crumbled sausage (or turkey/plant-based crumbles)
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella
- Optional Add-Ons:
- Scrambled eggs
- Diced bacon
- Chopped bell peppers
- Hot sauce or ketchup for dipping
Instructions
1. Prep the Crust
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out dough on a greased baking sheet to ¼” thickness (or use pre-made crust).
2. Cook the Sausage
- Brown sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking into small pieces. Drain grease.
3. Make the Gravy
- Prepare gravy mix according to package (usually whisk with water/milk and simmer until thick).
4. Assemble
- Spread warm gravy over dough like pizza sauce.
- Top with sausage and cheese (and any extras like eggs or veggies).
5. Bake
- Bake 12-15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese bubbles.
6. Serve
- Cut into squares and serve with:
- Cold orange juice (for full nostalgia!)
- Hot sauce or maple syrup for sweet+savory
