Breakfast Pizza Recipe for a Paleo, Gluten-Free Brunch

Pizza for breakfast is a concept as appetizing as it is bold — marrying the comfort of savory toppings with the morning ritual of eggs. For decades, “breakfast pizza” has appeared in diners and specialty cafés, often built on greasy crusts with scrambled eggs, bacon, and melted cheese. But in today’s world of dietary preferences and clean eating, reinventing that idea with wholesome ingredients is not only possible — it’s better than ever.

In recent years, the trend toward breakfast-for-dinner, brunch menus, and flexible eating schedules has helped elevate breakfast pizza into a versatile recipe staple. It’s perfect for lazy weekends, holiday brunches, or assembling fun meals for kids (and adults) who love the idea of pizza any time of day. What sets this version apart is that it retains bold flavor while aligning with paleo and gluten-free lifestyles.

Using a crust made with coconut flour and eggs, and topped with spinach, mushrooms, tomato, crispy bacon, and baked eggs, this recipe delivers the indulgence of a pizza without compromising on nutrition. It’s a showstopper on brunch spreads and can be partially prepped ahead so that the final bake comes together in minutes.

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Homemade Breakfast Pizza

Recipe Details

Yield: 4 servings
Active Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Recipe Ingredients

For the crust

• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1/2 cup coconut flour
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt

For the toppings

• 5 slices of bacon, sliced in half
• 5 ounces baby spinach
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1 to 2 large tomatoes, sliced
• 4 eggs
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Recipe Instructions

Make the crust:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Whisk together eggs and coconut milk in medium-sized bowl.
3. In small bowl, whisk together coconut flour, garlic and onion powder, Italian seasoning, baking soda, and salt.
4. Mix coconut flour mixture into egg mixture.
5. Combine well, then, with a spatula, spread the dough 1/2-inch thin onto prepared baking sheet, to form circular or rectangular shape.
6. Bake in oven 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden.

Prepare the toppings:

1. In skillet over medium-high heat, cook bacon until crispy. Remove bacon, reserving grease in pan.
2. Add spinach and mushrooms and sauté 1 minute to wilt the spinach and gently cook the mushrooms.

Bake the pizza:

1. Cover crust with slices of tomato, top with bacon slices, spinach, and mushrooms.
2. Make 4 indentations in toppings and crack the eggs into each.
3. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and bake 12 to 15 minutes in oven until the whites have set but yolks are still runny.
4. Slice and serve warm.

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Breakfast Pizza Nutrition Facts

*Estimated per serving (recipe yields 4 servings). Based strictly on the ingredient amounts in the live Thrive Market recipe.

Serving Size	1 quarter of pizza
Calories	≈ 380 kcal
Protein	≈ 20 g
Carbs	≈ 12 g
Sugar	≈ 4 g
Fiber	≈ 7 g
Fat	≈ 28 g

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Breakfast Pizza Variations & Tips

• Cheese or dairy-free alternative: If you tolerate dairy, add a thin layer of shredded mozzarella before topping. For dairy-free, skip or use a plant-based cheese alternative.
• Veggie shift: Swap mushrooms and spinach for roasted peppers, zucchini, or caramelized onions.
• Spice it up: Add red pepper flakes or smoked paprika to the crust batter for extra kick.
• Pre-bake crust ahead: Bake the crust a day ahead and refrigerate; top and finish-bake just before serving.
• Egg doneness: For firmer yolks, bake 2–3 minutes longer; for runny yolks, start checking at the early end of the time range.
• Mini pizzas: Divide batter and toppings to make individual mini breakfast pizzas for easy serving.

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Breakfast Pizza Pairings

• Fresh fruit platter — berries, melon, or citrus to brighten flavors.
• Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt parfait — creamy, tangy complement.
• Herbal or breakfast tea (rosemary, mint, chamomile) — gentle contrast to savory toppings.
• Cold-pressed green juice or fresh juice — a bright, fresh drink alongside.
• Avocado slices or smashed avocado toast — creamy texture and healthy fat sidekick.

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When to Make a Breakfast Pizza

• Weekend brunch gatherings — a showpiece dish that’s shareable and exciting.
• Holiday breakfast spreads — for occasions like Mother’s Day, Easter, or Christmas morning.
• Brunch potlucks — easy to slice and share across many guests.
• Birthday or special mornings — as fun alternative to pancakes or traditional breakfast fare.
• Lazy weekend or stay-at-home brunch days — treat-yourself breakfast with “pizza” flair.

Photo credit: Paul Delmont