Easy Freezer Breakfast Burritos Recipe
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Easy Freezer Breakfast Burritos Recipe
Description
The Easy Freezer Breakfast Burritos Recipe uses basic ingredients like eggs, sausage, salsa, and cheddar cheese layered within flour tortillas. The sausage is browned separately, then the eggs are scrambled and combined inside the tortillas with salsa and cheese before wrapping. Freezing the burritos after an initial 1-hour chill on a baking sheet helps maintain their shape and prevents sticking when stored long-term. To serve, they can be reheated in the microwave with a damp paper towel to retain moisture. This approach offers a make-ahead solution for breakfast that can be tailored by adding vegetables like peppers or hash browns as desired.
The burritos feature a combination of protein and dairy flavors with a soft, warm tortilla texture. The steps focus on gentle cooking and proper assembly for freezing and reheating success. The balance of sausage’s savory notes with the bright tang of salsa and the richness of cheddar provides a classic breakfast flavor profile.
This recipe suits those preparing meals in advance who want a hearty, hand-held breakfast option. It’s especially practical for busy households or those planning meals for work or school mornings. The burritos store well in the freezer for up to three months and can also be refrigerated for short-term use.
Freezing them on a baking sheet before transferring to a bag prevents sticking. Use parchment paper to line trays for easier cleanup. When reheating, wrapping in a damp paper towel prevents dryness and helps maintain a tender texture. Variations like adding sautéed vegetables or swapping sausage for bacon or ham can personalize the recipe.
Ingredients
- 6 egg
- 6 flour tortillas (8 inch tortillas)
- 1/4 pound sausage
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Brown Sausage and set aside in a bowl.
- Scramble all the eggs and set aside in a bowl.
- Layer the eggs, sausage, salsa and cheddar cheese in each tortilla.
- Wrap them to form a burrito.
- To freeze, place all the burritos on a baking sheet.
- Place in the freezer for 1 hour.
- Then move the burritos to a freezer safe bag or container and freezer for up to 3 months.
- To defrost, remove a burrito from the freezer bag. Wrap it with a damp paper towel and reheat it in the microwave for up to 2 minutes.
Notes
- Add vegetables such as peppers, onions, or hash browns to customize flavor and texture.
- Store leftover burritos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freeze burritos individually after placing on a baking sheet for 1 hour to prevent sticking.
- Reheat frozen burritos wrapped in a damp paper towel to keep them moist.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 254 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 254kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 187mg | 62% |
| Sodium | 536mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 180mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 398IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 140mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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