In the hustle and bustle of modern life, mornings can often be chaotic, leaving little time for a nutritious and satisfying breakfast. However, with a little planning and preparation, you can enjoy delicious and wholesome meals without sacrificing your precious time. Make-ahead breakfast burritos are a convenient and versatile solution for busy individuals and families. These handheld delights can be assembled in advance and refrigerated or frozen for later enjoyment. Whether you prefer classic fillings like eggs, cheese, and bacon or crave something more adventurous, there are countless variations to explore. With minimal effort, you can create a nutritious and flavorful breakfast that will jump-start your day and keep you satisfied until lunchtime.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
MAKE-AHEAD BREAKFAST BURRITOS
Burritos for breakfast? Why not! These zesty little handfuls will wake up your taste buds and start your day with a smile. And you can make and freeze them ahead, then just pop them into the microwave for a quick meal. -Linda Wells, St. Mary's, Georgia
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield 12 burritos.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the potatoes, onion and pepper; cook and stir for 6-8 minutes or until tender. Add eggs; cook and stir until set., Spoon filling off center on each tortilla. Sprinkle with cheese. Fold sides and ends over filling and roll up. Serve with picante sauce and sour cream if desired., To freeze and reheat burritos: Wrap each burrito in waxed paper and foil. Freeze for up to 1 month. To use, remove foil and waxed paper. Place 1 burrito on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on high for 2 to 2-1/4 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165°, turning burrito over once. Let stand for 20 seconds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 521mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
MAKE-AHEAD BREAKFAST BURRITOS
This best breakfast burrito is ready to go when you are! Prepare the night before, bake them in the morning, and start your family's day the right way-with hearty, filling ingredients that come to life with a touch of salsa.
Provided by By Jessica Walker
Categories Breakfast
Time 8h40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In 10-inch skillet, cook pork sausage over medium-high heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in green onions. Remove from skillet; set aside.
- In large bowl, beat eggs until well blended. Wipe skillet clean with paper towels. In same skillet, melt butter. Add eggs; cook, stirring frequently, until scrambled and set. Add sausage and onions; mix gently.
- Heat tortillas as directed on package. Spoon sausage evenly onto each tortilla. Sprinkle each with 2 tablespoons cheese. Fold in sides of each tortilla; roll up to make burritos. Place in freezer container with waxed paper between layers. Freeze 8 hours or overnight.
- Night before use, place burritos in refrigerator to thaw. Next morning, heat oven to 350°F. Wrap each burrito in foil; place on cookie sheet. Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until hot. Serve with salsa and sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 230 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 720 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g
MAKE-AHEAD BREAKFAST SAUSAGE BURRITOS
These breakfast sausage burritos are great meal prep for: camping, hunting, fairs, moms on the run, hungry teenagers, cowboys, and grumpy husbands. Enjoy. Freeze up to 3 months.
Provided by Annalyn Settelmeyer
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Potatoes
Time 1h25m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine eggs and milk in a large bowl until well blended.
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add egg mixture, season with hot sauce, salt, and pepper, and scramble until set and cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl.
- Heat the large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir sausage in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer sausage to the bowl with cooked eggs, leaving grease in the skillet.
- Add potatoes to the greasy skillet and cook until soft, following package instructions, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer to the bowl with the egg mixture and let cool, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Stir cooled potato mixture until combined. Top with Cheddar cheese and stir again.
- Scoop mixture into the center of each tortilla using a 5-tablespoon scoop or 2 large ice cream scoops. Fold tortillas and roll into burritos. Serve or roll burritos in paper towels, then in pieces of foil. Freeze.
- When ready to serve, remove foil and towel and microwave until heated through, about 2 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 560.6 calories, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 262.3 mg, Fat 29.9 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 1173.3 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
MAKE AHEAD BREAKFAST BURRITOS
These are so good and easy! Much better than you will get at McDonalds. I make these on Sunday and freeze them so we can have breakfst to go all week!
Provided by Little Bee
Categories Breakfast
Time 32m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Spray a non-stick skillet with vegetable oil. Crumble sausage and
- brown slowly. Drain in white paper towels. Wipe grease from skillet
- with paper towels, leaving a thin layer of oil.
- Beat eggs with minced onion and picante sauce.Scramble eggs in skillet until done.
- Toss sausage, eggs and cheese together. Spoon into tortillas and wrap, folding sides to middle and then rolling to make burrito. Can be frozen.*
- Freeze ahead directions:.
- Place on parchment paper-lined cookie sheets; freeze until solid.
- Then wrap individually in paper towels, and package in zipper-lock freezer bags.
- When ready to use remove burrito from Ziploc and microwave burrito in paper towel 2-3 minutes or until hot.
INSTANT POT® MAKE-AHEAD BREAKFAST BURRITOS
The molds to make these can easily be found online. They come in a 3-pack for $15 and I have included them in my photo so that you can see exactly what they look like. This was the best money I've spent in a long time. With little effort, I had 12 burritos in my freezer ready to grab and go. They were fluffy and full of flavor.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Meat and Seafood Bacon
Time 1h20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Spray ice cube trays with nonstick cooking spray. Divide bacon, Cheddar cheese, bell pepper, and green onions among the molds.
- Whisk eggs, half-and-half, salt, and pepper together in a measuring glass with a pour spout. Slowly pour egg mixture into the molds until they are full but not overflowing. Spray foil sheets with cooking spray and seal each mold individually.
- Pour 1 1/4 cups water into the bottom of a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and place a trivet inside. Carefully stack all 3 molds on top of the trivet.
- Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 30 minutes. Allow 10 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 15 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Transfer molds to a clean work surface, remove foil, and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Turn molds over to release the cooked filling. Place one in the center of each flour tortilla and roll into burritos. Let burritos cool. Wrap in parchment paper, place in a large resealable plastic bag, and freeze.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.3 calories, Carbohydrate 28.7 g, Cholesterol 208.5 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 641.1 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
MAKE-AHEAD BREAKFAST BURRITOS
I didn't plan enough to make this ahead of time, but it still turned out delicious. I substituted bacon for the ham (you can use sausage or whatever you prefer). I used pepper jack and cheddar. Recipe courtesy of A Thrifty Mom. Thank you for the simple and yummy breakfast!
Provided by AmyZoe
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h15m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place ham, cheese, and onions inside flour tortilla.
- Roll up and stack in buttered 9x13" baking dish.
- In a bowl, whip 8 eggs and 2 cups half and half. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour egg mixture over top of the filled tortillas.
- Cover with plastic and place in refrigerator for 4 to 12 hours.
- Top with a cup of cheese.
- Bake for 25 minutes at 350 covered with foil.
- Remove foil and continue to bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until eggs are done.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
MAKE AHEAD BREAKFAST BURRITOS
These are so good and easy! Much better than you will get at McDonalds. Make ahead and freeze them, breakfast to go all week!
Provided by Tammy T
Categories Other Breakfast
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Spray a non-stick skillet with vegetable oil. Crumble sausage and brown slowly. If using(Bacon) Cook bacon until crisp. Drain sausage and or bacon in white paper towels. Wipe grease from skillet with paper towels, leaving a thin layer of oil.
- 2. Beat eggs with minced onion and picante sauce. Scramble eggs in skillet until done. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- 3. Toss sausage and or bacon, eggs and cheese together. Spoon into tortillas and wrap, folding sides to middle and then rolling to make burrito
- 4. Freeze ahead directions:. Place on parchment paper-lined cookie sheets;freeze until solid. Then wrap individually in paper towels, and package in zipper-lock freezer bags. When ready to use remove burrito from Ziploc and microwave burrito in paper towel 2-3 minutes or until hot.
Tips for Making Ahead Breakfast Burritos
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Opt for fresh vegetables, herbs, and proteins to ensure the best flavor and texture.
- Cook the Eggs Thoroughly: Make sure the eggs are cooked through to prevent any potential food safety issues.
- Customize to Your Liking: Feel free to adjust the fillings according to your preferences, dietary restrictions, or allergies.
- Wrap Tightly: Wrap the burritos tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil to prevent them from drying out.
- Freeze Properly: Place the wrapped burritos in a single layer in an airtight container or freezer bag to prevent freezer burn.
- Reheat Safely: To reheat, thaw the burritos overnight in the refrigerator or microwave them on low power until heated through.
Conclusion
Make-ahead breakfast burritos are a convenient and delicious option for busy mornings. With a variety of fillings to choose from, they can be customized to suit everyone's tastes. By following these tips, you'll be able to create flavorful and satisfying burritos that will save you time and energy during the week. Remember to use fresh ingredients, cook the eggs thoroughly, and wrap the burritos tightly before freezing. Experiment with different fillings and find your favorite combinations. Enjoy these delicious and convenient breakfast burritos any day of the week!
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