Breakfast Burritos
Your family will love this easy, make ahead Breakfast Burrito recipe that goes straight from the freezer to the microwave or oven for a fast and satisfying breakfast. We’ll show you how to meal prep breakfast burritos for the weeks ahead.
Why Make Breakfast Burritos for the Freezer
Let us make a quick case for why it’s worth spending an hour or two preparing a load of frozen breakfast burritos to have on hand.
Crowd-pleaser: These suckers are cheesy, gooey, melty deliciousness wrapped in a tortilla. We make them for breakfast or dinner with rave reviews from the kids and adults.
Healthy: As you know, breakfast is the most important meal of the day . With eggs, cheese, and bacon, this protein-packed meal will stick with you (or your kids) for hours. Add in some veggies or serve with some of our healthy suggestions below to round out this quick breakfast.
Grab-and-Go : They are super easy to warm up in the morning, grab, and go. Just pull out the frozen burritos you need and follow our reheating instructions.
Customizable: They are easy to customize with add-ins. See our ideas below.
Cheaper: You can buy these in the freezer section at the store (or at a fast food restaurant), but your homemade version will be healthier, taste better, and be at least half the cost.
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Ingredients
The recipe at the bottom of this post is a basic one that you can alter to fit your own taste preferences easily. The main ingredients are cheese, bacon (or sausage), hash browns, eggs, and tortillas.
Substitutions and Variations
Try switching up or jazzing up our basic recipe with some of these ideas:
Instead of cheddar cheese, use Monterey Jack, Pepper Jack, feta, or goat cheese.
Use baked tater tots in place of the hash browns.
Try some of these filling ideas to add more flavor, color, and nutrition:
Sautéed bell peppers, red onion, jalapeño peppers, or white button mushrooms
Salsa
Black beans
Chopped spinach
Sliced green onions
Chopped fresh herbs, like parsley, cilantro, or basil
Serve diced avocado, guacamole , or hot sauce on top after reheating the burrito.
For gluten-free: Corn or almond flour tortillas will likely fall apart when freezing and reheating, so use a flour-like gluten-free tortilla in the health food section.
For dairy-free: Omit cheese or use dairy-free cheese.
How to Make Breakfast Burritos
Prep
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, making sure it doesn’t brown. Pour in the egg mixture and scramble the eggs until set but still moist. Remove from the heat and set aside.
Assembly Line
Prepare an assembly line with all the ingredients. Place approximately 1/2 cup eggs, 1/4 cup cheese, 1/3 cup potatoes, and 2 tablespoons bacon (and any additional add-ins, if desired) in the middle of the tortilla. Use a spoon or your hands to toss the ingredients before wrapping the tortilla.
Wrap the Burritos
Fold in the sides of the tortilla. While holding those in place, fold up the bottom of the tortilla over the ingredients and roll tightly into a burrito. Then, wrap the burrito tightly in the foil. (Freezing instructions begin here.)
Pro Tip: Make Burritos In Bulk
Our recipe makes 8 burritos. Why not double or triple it if you’re going to already be shopping, prepping, wrapping, and freezing? It’s such a great use of your time.
How to Freeze and Reheat Breakfast Burritos
The key to success when freezing any freezer meal is to reduce exposure to air.
That’s why we recommend tightly wrapping each individual burrito in foil (this also is handy when heating in the oven!) and then placing them in a gallon-sized freezer bag. Squeeze out any excess air before sealing.
Options to Reheat a Frozen Breakfast Burrito
Microwave Method: This is the fastest method. Unwrap the foil from the frozen burrito, wrap in a moist paper towel, and microwave using the defrost setting for 2 to 3 minutes, or until warmed through.
Oven Method (Frozen): Preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake the frozen breakfast burrito (in foil) for 45-60 minutes, until warmed through.
Oven Method (Thawed): Thaw the burritos in the refrigerator overnight. Bake (in foil) for about 15 minutes in a 350°F oven, until warmed through and the cheese is melty.
What to Serve with Breakfast Burritos
Breakfast burritos can be a complete meal in and of themselves, but you may want to serve it some of these other ideas:
Avocado Lime Salsa makes a tasty fresh topping or side.
Classic Fruit Salad is easy to prep ahead.
Serve Roasted Vegetable Hash on the side.
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FAQs
What are some popular variations of breakfast burritos? There are many variations of breakfast burritos! Some options include the California breakfast burrito with avocado and salsa, the southwestern burrito with beans and peppers, and the Tex-Mex burrito with chorizo and jalapeños. Can I use corn tortillas for breakfast burritos? Because corn tortillas are a bit more fragile than wheat tortillas, they don’t hold up well in the freezer. They are also very small and hard to wrap into a burrito. Stick with flour tortillas or non-corn, gluten-free tortillas. Can you freeze breakfast burritos? For sure! Prepare the filling and assemble the burritos, then wrap them tightly in foil or plastic wrap. Place them in a freezer bag, squeeze out excess air, and freeze for up to 6 months. Or place them in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven when ready to eat. What’s a good vegetarian version for breakfast burritos? A vegetarian breakfast burrito can include scrambled eggs, black beans or refried beans, sautéed vegetables (like spinach, onions, and peppers), hash browns, cheese, and salsa. You can also add ingredients like tofu scramble or tempeh for plant-based protein. How do I fold a burrito without it falling apart? Start by spooning the filling along the center of the tortilla. Fold in the sides over the filling, then fold up the bottom and roll the burrito tightly. How can I make a healthier version of a breakfast burrito? To make your breakfast burrito a little healthier, use a whole wheat tortilla, leaner meat like chicken or turkey sausage, and include sautéed vegetables like onions, bell peppers, kale, or spinach. You can also omit or cut back on the cheese.
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Freezer-Friendly Breakfast Burritos
An easy, make-ahead Breakfast Burrito recipe that goes straight from the freezer to the microwave or oven for a fast, satisfying breakfast. These frozen breakfast burritos are perfect for meal prep.
Yield: 8 burritos
Prep: 30 minutes Cook: 15 minutes Total: 45 minutes
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Ingredients
12 large eggs
1/2 cup milk (your choice)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 ground black pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons butter (sub: avocado oil)
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