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Make-Ahead Breakfast Burritos: A Perfect Grab-and-Go Meal

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These make-ahead breakfast burritos are not only perfect for a busy school morning but also an ideal meal for a large crowd during holidays or parties. They are packed with scrambled eggs, savory sausage, and crispy tater tots, and can be frozen and reheated later. Whether you're hosting a brunch or looking for a quick family breakfast, these burritos will be a hit!

A Taco Tuesday Twist

In my house, every day could be Taco Tuesday—my kids love Mexican food, so I knew these breakfast burritos would be a winner. The combination of fluffy eggs, crispy tots, and spicy sausage wrapped in a warm tortilla is irresistible. Plus, they’re easy to customize for any taste preference!

What Are Breakfast Burritos?

Breakfast burritos typically consist of scrambled eggs, potatoes, vegetables, cheese, and sometimes beans, all wrapped inside a large flour tortilla. They’re then baked or grilled to achieve a crispy outer layer. My version includes sausage, tater tots, diced tomatoes, and green chilies, but you can easily adjust the ingredients to suit your family’s tastes.

Ingredients for Breakfast Burritos

Here’s what you’ll need for this recipe:

  • Eggs: The foundation of the burrito.
  • Bulk Sausage: You can use mild or spicy sausage, or even ground turkey sausage.
  • Frozen Tater Tots: Adds a crispy, crunchy texture.
  • Rotel Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies: You can substitute with canned diced tomatoes and green chilies.
  • Burrito-Sized Tortillas: Look for 10-inch tortillas.
  • Shredded Cheese: Mexican blend or cheddar works best.
  • Half and Half: Adds creaminess to the eggs.
  • Seasoned Salt: Customize with your favorite brand or make your own.
  • Olive Oil or Cooking Spray: For baking.

Essential Supplies:

  • Large Skillet: For cooking sausage and eggs.
  • Mixing Bowls: To organize ingredients for quick assembly.
  • Aluminum Foil: To wrap burritos individually for freezing.
  • Freezer Bags: For long-term storage.

How to Make Breakfast Burritos

The beauty of these burritos is that you can make all the filling components ahead of time and assemble them easily. Here’s how to make them step-by-step.

Step 1: Bake the Tater Tots

Preheat your oven according to the tater tots’ package instructions and bake them until golden brown. Make sure to let them cool before handling.

Step 2: Brown the Sausage

While the tots are baking, brown the sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Break the sausage into crumbles and cook until it is crispy. Once browned, add the diced tomatoes and stir. Transfer the sausage-tomato mixture to a large mixing bowl and set aside.

Step 3: Scramble the Eggs

Crack the eggs into a bowl, add half-and-half, and whisk until smooth. Use the same skillet from the sausage to scramble the eggs. Once cooked, mix the scrambled eggs with the sausage and tomatoes.

Step 4: Set Up Your Assembly Line

Set up an assembly line with the following:

  1. Bowl of baked tater tots
  2. Bowl of egg-sausage mixture
  3. Bowl of shredded cheese
  4. Stack of tortillas
  5. Baking sheet to hold assembled burritos

Step 5: Assemble the Burritos

Place a tortilla on your workspace. Add 5–6 tater tots in the center, followed by ½ cup of the egg-sausage mixture, and top with a generous sprinkle of shredded cheese.

Step 6: Wrap the Burritos

To wrap the burrito, fold the sides inward about 1–2 inches. Then, roll the tortilla from one end, tucking in the edges as you go, until fully sealed. Place the wrapped burrito seam-side down on a baking sheet.

Step 7: Bake the Burritos

Brush the tops of the burritos with olive oil or spritz them with cooking spray. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for 12–15 minutes, until the tortillas are golden and crispy.

Air Fryer Instructions

If you prefer to use an air fryer, preheat it to 400°F. Place the burritos in the basket, ensuring they don’t overlap. Cook for 12–15 minutes.

Freezing Breakfast Burritos

To freeze the burritos, allow them to cool completely after baking. Wrap each burrito individually in aluminum foil and store them in freezer bags. This makes it easy to grab a burrito anytime you need one.

Reheating Instructions

To reheat your frozen breakfast burritos:

  1. Microwave: Unwrap the foil, place the burrito on a plate, and heat at 50% power for 2–3 minutes.
  2. Oven: Keep burritos in their foil and bake at 400°F for 30–40 minutes, depending on the number of burritos.

Serving Suggestions

For an extra touch, serve your breakfast burritos with sour cream, hot sauce, or fresh herbs like cilantro. Pair with a side of fruit or a fresh fruit salad for a complete meal.

Breakfast for Dinner

These breakfast burritos are also perfect for Taco Tuesday! Pair them with Mexican rice or a Mexican street corn casserole to create a satisfying dinner. They’re also a great addition to any holiday brunch spread.


These make-ahead breakfast burritos are convenient, customizable, and delicious. Whether you're making them for busy school mornings or serving a crowd, they are sure to become a family favorite!

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The above recipe draws inspiration from the renowned culinary experts, Sally, Chris and Lindsay.

Make-Ahead Breakfast Burritos: A Perfect Grab-and-Go Meal

Serves: 20 burritos Prep Time: Cooking Time:
Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat
Rating: 5.0/5
( 1 voted )

Ingredients

This big batch of spicy egg and sausage breakfast burritos are perfect for feeding a crowd or keeping on hand for busy weekday mornings.

TOTAL TIME 55minutes 

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  • 4 cups frozen tater tots
  • Seasoned salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 lbs bulk sweet Italian sausage or hot if you prefer
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can Rotel diced tomatoes
  • 16 eggs
  • 2/3 cup half and half
  • Salt & Pepper to taste
  • 20 8-inch flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheese Cheddar, Pepper Jack, Colby Jack, whatever you prefer
  • Container of cooking spray

Instructions

  • Spread the tater tots in a single layer on a cookie sheet and sprinkle a little seasoned salt over the top. Bake them according to the package instructions. Let them cool on the stove top while you finish preparing the other fillings.
  • Preheat the oven to 400° F for the burritos.
  • Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil to the pan. Add the bulk sausage and break it up with the back of a spoon as it cooks. Continue to sauté the sausage until it begins to develop a deep toasted look, not just simply "not pink". Drain the fat off and return the sausage to the stove.
  • Drain the can of Rotel tomatoes to remove as much liquid as you can. Stir the tomatoes & chilies in with the sausage and saute for 1 minute. Remove the sausage and tomatoes to a large mixing bowl and set aside.
  • Whisk together the eggs and half and half. Sprinkle in a little salt and fresh cracked pepper and whisk to combine. Pour them into the same skillet you browned the sausage in and reduce the heat to medium. Stir the eggs and cook them until they are scrambled and no longer wet.
  • Add the scrambled eggs to the bowl with the sausage and stir to combine.

Set Up Assembly Line:

  • Your final assembly line should have separate bowls of baked tater tots, the browned sausage and egg mixture, the shredded cheese, and a pile of tortillas.
  • On each tortilla add 5-6 tater tots, 1 tbsp of cheese, and 1/3 cup of the sausage + egg mixture.Fold the sides slightly towards the center and then roll the tortilla lengthwise. (See photos and video link in post if you need.)
  • Line up the assembled breakfast burritos on a large cookie sheet leaving a finger's width between each one. Lightly spritz some cooking spray or brush more olive oil over the top and bake for 12 - 15 minutes or until the tops are just lightly toasted.
  • Serve immediately.

To Freeze the Breakfast Burritos:

  • Let the toasted breakfast burritos cool completely. Wrap each one individually in a bit of aluminum foil and then store the burritos in a large freezer bag for up to 1 month.

To Reheat Frozen Breakfast Burritos:

  • By Microwave: UNWRAP and discard the foil. Place the frozen burrito on a microwave safe plate. Heat on 50% power for 2 -3 minutes.
  • By Oven: Leave them in their foil wrappings and place on a cookie sheet. Bake at 400° F for 30 - 40 minutes or until heated through.
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