Dreaming about those epic breakfast burritos at your favorite hole in the wall? Now you can make them at home in no time!
Imagine fluffy scrambled eggs, savory sausage, and gooey melted cheese all bundled up in a warm tortilla.
Add creamy avocado and juicy diced tomatoes, and you’ve got the perfect bite.
Packed with all the best fillings, these are without a doubt the ultimate breakfast burritos!
Why You’ll Love These Breakfast Burritos
Portable Perfection: These breakfast burritos are a complete meal bundled up into a handheld, portable package. Perfect for breakfast on the run!
Deeply Satisfying: Packed with all the best morning staples, these savory egg burritos hit the spot!
Versatile Meal: They’re easy for breakfast, quick for lunch, and satisfying enough for dinner.
Endlessly Customizable: Doctor them up with fresh pico de gallo, sour cream, hot sauce, or add your favorite fillings.
Ingredients
- Sausage Meat: Adds hearty savoriness and protein. Use whatever kind you like best.
- Eggs: You can’t have a breakfast burrito without them! Scramble just until fluffy and soft for the best texture.
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese: Because melty cheese just makes burritos taste better! Use freshly grated for the best results.
- Large Flour Tortillas: Ideal for housing all the fillings.
- Ripe Avocados: Adds a delightful creamy contrast to the savory ingredients.
- Diced Tomatoes: For freshness.
- Fresh Cilantro (Optional): The bright, fresh flavor helps cut through the richness.
- Salt & Black Pepper: To enhance all the wonderful flavors.
How to Make Breakfast Burritos
Whether you keep them simple or dress them up with all the fixings, these breakfast burritos are guaranteed to elevate your morning routine.
Wrapped in foil for one or scaled up for brunch, they’re super easy to make.
1. COOK the sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it into crumbles. Remove and set aside.
2. SCRAMBLE the eggs with salt, pepper, and 1/2 cup of cheese until cooked and creamy. Remove from heat.
3. WARM the tortillas in the microwave for 15-20 seconds to make them pliable.
4. ASSEMBLE each burrito: sprinkle remaining cheese on the tortilla, then layer with eggs, sausage, tomatoes, avocados, and optional cilantro.
5. ROLL the tortillas tightly, folding in the sides first.
6. SERVE immediately with salsa, sour cream, or hot sauce on the side. Enjoy!
Tips For the Best Breakfast Burritos
I’m a big fan of chicken burritos. But I crave these breakfast burritos almost every morning.
Soft eggs, meaty sausage, and creamy avocado – it’s like a breakfast party wrapped in a tortilla!
And these tips will ensure they turn out perfect:
- Don’t overstuff. I know it’s tempting, but don’t overfill your tortilla! Otherwise, rolling them up will be challenging.
- Folding technique. Place the fillings in a line down the center of each tortilla. Next, fold in the sides, then roll tightly from one end to ensure a neat burrito.
- Add salsa. Burritos plus salsa are a match made in heaven! Serve it on the side or inside for the ultimate flavor combo.
- Meat options. Use breakfast or Italian sausage, chorizo, or even chicken sausage if you like. Alternatively, omit the meat and add veggies or black beans for protein.
- Variations. Add roasted potatoes or hash browns, spinach, roasted sweet potatoes, queso fresco, bacon, or crisp bell peppers. The options are endless.
- Make ahead. If you don’t want to make the whole thing ahead, make the elements and store separately. Assemble from the fridge and bake (wrapped in foil) for 10-15 minutes.
How to Store
These freezer-friendly breakfast burritos store well and reheat in minutes. So they’re a simple solution for starting your day.
Make a batch and stock up for an easy grab-and-go meal!
To Store: Wrap the cooled burritos tightly in plastic wrap or place them in an airtight container. Refrigerate for 3-4 days.
To Freeze: Wrap each burrito individually in parchment paper and aluminum foil, then place them in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for 2-3 months.
To Reheat: Unwrap and microwave for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through. Alternatively, reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat until the tortilla is crispy and the filling is warm.
More Hearty Breakfasts You’ll Love
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Bacon and Cheese Quiche
French Toast Breakfast Sandwich
Breakfast Burritos
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kcalStart your morning right with these hearty breakfast burritos, packed with savory sausage, fluffy scrambled eggs, creamy avocado, and gooey melted cheese.
Ingredients
1 pound sausage meat (breakfast, Italian, chorizo, etc.)
8 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
6 large flour tortillas (10–12 inches)
3-4 medium tomatoes, diced
2 avocados, diced
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, optional
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the sausage meat over medium-high heat, breaking it into crumbles with a wooden spoon until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the eggs, salt, pepper, and 1/2 cup cheese. Mix and stir until the eggs are cooked and the cheese is melted. Remove the skillet from the heat.
- If needed, warm the tortillas in 15–20 second intervals in the microwave to make them pliable.
- Lay each tortilla flat on a clean surface. Sprinkle the remaining cheese in the middle of each. Top with the cooked eggs and sausage meat, followed by the diced tomatoes and avocados. If using, sprinkle the cilantro on top.
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll it up tightly to form the burritos. Serve immediately with a side of salsa, sour cream, and a dash of hot sauce if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- Don’t overstuff. I know it’s tempting, but don’t overfill your tortilla! Otherwise, rolling them up will be challenging.
- Meat options. Use breakfast or Italian sausage, chorizo, or even chicken sausage if you like. Alternatively, omit the meat and add veggies or black beans for protein.
