Description
Hearty bacon egg and cheese breakfast burritos bring morning comfort from North American kitchens. Crispy bacon, fluffy eggs, and melted cheese wrapped in warm tortillas create a satisfying meal you’ll crave any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein Ingredients:
- 8 large eggs
- 8 slices cooked bacon
Cheese and Wrap Ingredients:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 flour tortillas (10 inch)
Seasoning Ingredients:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a spacious skillet over medium-high heat, applying a light coating of cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Crack eggs directly into the heated skillet, gently stirring and cooking for approximately 5 minutes until they reach a soft, slightly moist consistency.
- Arrange tortillas on a clean surface, methodically distributing scrambled eggs, sprinkled cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon strips across each wrap.
- Carefully fold the tortilla sides inward, creating a secure envelope, then roll tightly to seal the burrito’s contents.
- Individually wrap each burrito in plastic film, ensuring complete coverage for optimal preservation.
- For frozen storage: When ready to consume, microwave each burrito for 1 minute per side, rotating to guarantee even heating.
- For refrigerated burritos: Reheat by microwaving 30 seconds on each side until warmed through.
- Optional: Enhance flavor by serving with your preferred hot sauce or additional garnishes.
Notes
- Customize Eggs Whisk eggs with a splash of milk or cream for extra fluffiness and richness.
- Bacon Alternatives Swap bacon with turkey bacon, ham, or vegetarian sausage for different flavor profiles and dietary needs.
- Cheese Variations Experiment with different cheese types like pepper jack, Swiss, or goat cheese to add unique taste dimensions.
- Meal Prep Magic Prepare multiple batches and freeze for quick, protein-packed breakfasts throughout the week, saving time and ensuring convenient morning meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 370 mg