The ultimate make-ahead morning meal
Say hello to your new favorite grab-and-go breakfast! These Breakfast Burritos are packed with protein, flavor, and comfort and they’re completely make-ahead friendly. Filled with fluffy scrambled eggs, melty cheese, tender potatoes, and your favorite add-ins like veggies or sausage, they’re the ultimate morning lifesaver. Freeze them, reheat them, and enjoy a hot, satisfying breakfast in minutes perfect for busy weekdays or lazy weekend brunches. From Emma’s Cake Studio, this recipe is proof that breakfast can be both easy and amazing.
Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Assembly Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 6 burritos
Ingredients List
Base Ingredients
- 6 large flour tortillas (8–10 inch size)
- 8 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter (or olive oil)
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
Fillings (Choose your favorites!)
- 1 ½ cups diced cooked potatoes or hash browns
- ½ cup cooked breakfast sausage, bacon, or diced chicken
- ½ cup diced bell peppers
- ¼ cup diced onion
- ¼ cup salsa (optional)
- Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish
Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Spatula
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Aluminum foil or parchment paper (for freezing)
- Airtight containers or freezer bags
Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Cook the fillings: In a large skillet, cook sausage or bacon (if using) until golden. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, sauté bell peppers and onions until tender.
- Cook the eggs: Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Pour into the skillet and cook gently, stirring, until fluffy and just set. Remove from heat.
- Warm the tortillas: Heat tortillas briefly in a clean skillet or microwave to make them flexible.
- Assemble the burritos: Layer eggs, cheese, potatoes, and your choice of fillings in the center of each tortilla. Add a spoonful of salsa if desired.
- Fold & wrap: Fold in sides, then roll up tightly from the bottom. Wrap each burrito in foil or parchment paper. 🌯
- Serve or store: Enjoy immediately, refrigerate for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. To reheat, unwrap and microwave for 1–2 minutes (or heat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes).
Pro Tips
- Freeze smart: Let burritos cool completely before wrapping and freezing to prevent sogginess.
- Healthier swaps: Use egg whites, turkey sausage, or whole-grain tortillas.
- Make it vegetarian: Skip the meat and load up on beans, peppers, spinach, and cheese.
- Breakfast bar idea: Set up an “assemble-your-own” burrito station fun for family brunches!
Nutrition Table
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 burrito | 370 | 20g | 29g | 19g | 3g | 3g |