Breakfast Burritos on a plate

Breakfast · Easy

Breakfast Burritos

These breakfast burritos are one of the most satisfying easy breakfast ideas for busy mornings. Packed with scrambled eggs, cheese, and your favorite fillings, they're easy to customize and great for meal prep.

10Prep min
15Cook min
25Total min
  • 8large eggs
  • 2 tablespoonsmilk
  • to tastesalt and black pepper
  • 1 tablespoonbutter
  • 1 cupbreakfast sausage or bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cupshredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cupdiced bell pepper and onion
  • 4large flour tortillas
  • optionalsalsa, for serving
  1. 1Whisk the eggs with milk, salt, and pepper.
  2. 2Melt the butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat and saute the bell pepper and onion for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  3. 3Pour in the eggs and scramble gently until just set, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.
  4. 4Warm the tortillas slightly to make them more pliable.
  5. 5Divide the scrambled eggs, cooked sausage or bacon, and cheese evenly among the tortillas.
  6. 6Fold in the sides and roll each tortilla up tightly into a burrito.
  7. 7Serve immediately with salsa, or wrap in foil for on-the-go breakfasts.

Make it yours

  • Add black beans or diced potatoes for extra heartiness.
  • Use egg whites for a lighter version.
  • Freeze extras individually wrapped for quick weekday breakfasts.

Good with

  • Fresh salsa or pico de gallo
  • Sliced avocado
  • A side of fruit

Good questions, answered.

Can I freeze breakfast burritos?

Yes, wrap tightly in foil or plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave or oven.

Can I make these vegetarian?

Yes, skip the meat and add black beans, potatoes, or extra vegetables instead.