Frozen Breakfast Burritos Recipe
Introduction
Frozen breakfast burritos are a convenient and delicious way to start your day without any hassle. Packed with eggs, cheese, and your favorite fillings, they make for a perfect grab-and-go meal.
Ingredients
- 6 large tortillas
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- Fillings of your choice (such as cooked sausage, bacon, bell peppers, onions, or spinach)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, whisk the eggs with salt and pepper. Scramble them in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until just cooked through. Remove from heat.
- Step 2: Warm the tortillas slightly to make them easier to roll. Lay each tortilla flat and add scrambled eggs, cheese, and your chosen fillings in the center.
- Step 3: Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll it up tightly to enclose the filling completely.
- Step 4: Wrap each burrito individually in plastic wrap or foil, then place them all in a freezer-safe container or bag.
- Step 5: Freeze the burritos for up to 2 months. When ready to eat, unwrap and microwave on high for 1–2 minutes or until heated through.
Tips & Variations
- Use a mixture of cheeses like Monterey Jack and cheddar for extra flavor.
- Add salsa or hot sauce inside the burritos for a spicy kick.
- For a vegetarian option, load up on veggies like mushrooms, spinach, and tomatoes instead of meat.
- To avoid sogginess, cool scrambled eggs completely before assembling the burritos.
- Wrap each burrito in parchment paper before freezing to help maintain texture and make reheating easier.
Storage
Store the wrapped burritos in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 2 months. When reheating, microwave on high for 1–2 minutes, turning halfway to ensure even heating. You can also reheat in a toaster oven or conventional oven for a slightly crispier tortilla.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I freeze breakfast burritos with raw eggs inside?
It’s best to cook the eggs before assembling and freezing the burritos. Freezing raw eggs inside a tortilla can affect texture and food safety.
How do I prevent the tortillas from getting soggy when reheating?
Wrapping burritos in parchment paper before freezing and reheating them uncovered or with a paper towel around them in the microwave helps keep the tortilla from becoming soggy. Reheating in a toaster oven also crisps the tortillas nicely.
PrintFrozen Breakfast Burritos Recipe
These Frozen Breakfast Burritos are a convenient and hearty morning meal perfect for busy days. Packed with fluffy scrambled eggs, melted cheese, and your choice of savory fillings all wrapped in warm tortillas, they can be prepared ahead of time, frozen, and quickly reheated for a delicious, nutritious breakfast on the go.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 burritos 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 large flour tortillas
- 12 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced cooked bacon or sausage (optional)
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or 1 tbsp olive oil for scrambling eggs
Instructions
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: Crack the eggs into a large bowl, whisk thoroughly, and season with salt and pepper. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with cooking spray or olive oil. Pour in the eggs and scramble gently until fully cooked but still moist. Remove from heat.
- Cook Fillings: In the same skillet, sauté diced bell peppers and onions until softened, about 5 minutes. Add cooked bacon or sausage if using, heating through. Remove from heat and mix in chopped cilantro.
- Assemble Burritos: Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon a portion of scrambled eggs, followed by the sautéed vegetables and meat mixture onto the center. Sprinkle with shredded cheese. Fold the sides over and roll up tightly to form a burrito.
- Freeze Burritos: Wrap each burrito individually in plastic wrap or aluminum foil to prevent freezer burn. Place wrapped burritos in a large freezer-safe bag or container and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheat Burritos: When ready to eat, unwrap the frozen burrito and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until heated completely. Alternatively, you can bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes.
Notes
- Customize fillings based on preference; options include spinach, mushrooms, or salsa.
- For a vegetarian version, omit meat and add beans or extra vegetables.
- To avoid sogginess, ensure eggs and fillings are cooled before assembling burritos.
- Use whole wheat tortillas for a healthier alternative.
- Label burritos with date before freezing for freshness tracking.
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