High-Protein Pizza Breakfast Casserole (Printable)

Hearty breakfast bake with Greek yogurt crust, eggs, pepperoni and cheese. Perfect for meal prep.

# What You'll Need:

→ Greek Yogurt Dough

01 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or 0% fat)
02 - 1 cup self-rising flour, plus extra for dusting
03 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Toppings

06 - 6 large eggs
07 - 1/2 cup low-fat milk
08 - 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
09 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
10 - 1/2 cup turkey pepperoni slices
11 - 1/2 cup low-sugar pizza sauce
12 - 1/4 cup diced bell pepper, optional
13 - 1/4 cup diced red onion, optional
14 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil or parsley, optional
15 - Salt and black pepper to taste

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease or line a 9x13-inch rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, self-rising flour, garlic powder, oregano, and salt. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
03 - Knead dough briefly on a lightly floured surface until smooth, approximately 2 to 3 minutes. Roll or press dough into a rectangle to fit the prepared sheet pan. Transfer to pan and press evenly to the edges.
04 - Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough base.
05 - In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, a pinch of salt, and black pepper until well combined.
06 - Sprinkle half of the mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the pizza sauce.
07 - Pour the egg mixture evenly over the cheese layer.
08 - Top with turkey pepperoni, remaining cheese, bell pepper, and red onion if using.
09 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until the eggs are set and cheese is golden and bubbly.
10 - Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired. Slice and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High in protein with 20g per serving to keep you energized.
  • Uses a quick Greek yogurt dough with no yeast or rising time required.
  • Perfect for meal prep and easily reheatable for busy mornings.
  • A family-friendly way to enjoy pizza flavors for breakfast.
02 -
  • Ensure the casserole cools for at least 5 minutes to allow the eggs to firm up before slicing.
  • Use part-skim cheese and low-sugar pizza sauce to keep the nutritional profile optimized.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, making it perfect for meal prep.
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