Make-Ahead Breakfast Burritos

Hearty and flavorful breakfast burritos filled with eggs, sausage, vegetables, and cheese, perfect for meal prep and busy mornings.

I love preparing these burritos in advance so busy mornings don't derail my healthy eating habits.

Ingredients

• Eggs & Dairy: 8 large eggs, 1/4 cup whole milk, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Meats: 8 oz (225 g) breakfast sausage (pork or turkey) casing removed
• Vegetables: 1 medium red bell pepper diced, 1 small yellow onion diced, 1 cup baby spinach chopped
• Tortillas: 6 large (10-inch) flour tortillas
• Pantry & Spices: 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)

Instructions

Easily spray or drizzle oil for roasting vegetables, air frying, sautéing, and dressing salads with controlled coverage.

Check price on Amazon

Step 1:

In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onion and bell pepper for 3 4 minutes until softened.

Step 2:

Add sausage and cook breaking it up until browned and cooked through about 5 6 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.

Step 3:

Stir in chopped spinach and cook for 1 minute until wilted. Transfer mixture to a bowl and set aside.

Step 4:

In a mixing bowl whisk eggs milk salt pepper and chili powder (if using).

Step 5:

Pour eggs into the same skillet and scramble gently over medium low heat until just set but still soft. Remove from heat.

Step 6:

Warm tortillas in the microwave for 20 seconds to make them pliable.

Step 7:

Assemble the burritos On each tortilla layer egg mixture sausage and veggies and sprinkle with cheese.

Step 8:

Fold in the sides and roll up tightly.

Step 9:

To freeze Wrap each burrito tightly in foil or parchment paper then place in a freezer bag.

Step 10:

To reheat Microwave unwrapped burrito for 1 2 minutes or bake in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 20 minutes from frozen.

Easily spray or drizzle oil for roasting vegetables, air frying, sautéing, and dressing salads with controlled coverage.

Check price on Amazon

Easily spray or drizzle oil for roasting vegetables, air frying, sautéing, and dressing salads with controlled coverage.

Check price on Amazon

Save

My family loves gathering around the table on weekend mornings to enjoy these filling burritos together.

Required Tools

Large skillet Mixing bowls Whisk Spatula Knife and cutting board Foil or parchment paper (for freezing)

Allergen Information

Contains Eggs Milk (dairy) Wheat (gluten) and possibly Soy (in some sausage or tortillas) Check labels for gluten free or dairy free options if needed.

Nutritional Information

Calories 375 Total Fat 22 g Carbohydrates 28 g Protein 18 g per burrito

Save

Keeps sponges and brushes organized beside the sink, making dishwashing and post-cooking cleanup faster and neater.

Check price on Amazon

These burritos freeze and reheat beautifully making your mornings easier and tastier.

Recipe Q&A

→ How do I prevent soggy burritos when freezing?

Allow all fillings to cool completely before assembling and wrapping tightly to avoid moisture buildup.

→ Can I substitute the sausage for a vegetarian option?

Yes, replace sausage with black beans or extra vegetables for a meat-free variant.

→ What’s the best way to reheat these burritos?

Microwave unwrapped for 1-2 minutes or bake frozen at 350°F for 20 minutes until heated through.

→ Which cheeses work well in these burritos?

Sharp cheddar is classic, but pepper jack or Monterey Jack add a spicy twist.

→ Can I prepare the filling ingredients ahead of time?

Yes, cook and combine the fillings in advance; then assemble burritos when ready to serve or freeze.