Description
Breakfast burritos are a hearty, portable morning meal wrapped in a warm tortilla, filled with scrambled eggs, cheese, and a variety of savory fillings like sausage, bacon, or vegetables. They are customizable, easy to make ahead, and perfect for busy mornings or brunch gatherings.
Ingredients
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4 large flour tortillas (10-inch size)
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6 large eggs
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½ cup milk
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or blend)
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1 cup cooked breakfast sausage or bacon, crumbled
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½ cup diced bell peppers
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½ cup diced onion
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1 cup cooked diced potatoes or hash browns (optional)
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Salsa, sour cream, and avocado (optional toppings)
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Cooking oil or butter
Instructions
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In a bowl, whisk eggs with milk, salt, and pepper.
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In a skillet, heat a small amount of oil or butter over medium heat. Cook bell peppers and onions until softened (3-4 minutes).
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Add potatoes or hash browns if using and cook until lightly browned.
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Pour egg mixture into the skillet and scramble with vegetables until just set.
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Stir in cooked sausage or bacon and shredded cheese, cooking for an additional minute until cheese melts. Remove from heat.
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Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
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Divide egg mixture evenly among tortillas, placing filling in the center. Fold sides in, then roll burrito tightly from one end.
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Serve immediately with salsa, sour cream, and avocado, or wrap for later.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast / Brunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican / American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 450-500 kcal
- Sodium: 700-800mg
- Fat: 25-28g
- Saturated Fat: 8-10g
- Carbohydrates: 35-40g
- Fiber: 3-4g
- Protein: 25-30g