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Freezer Breakfast Burritos
Freezer breakfast burritos are the ultimate make-ahead breakfast: cook once, wrap, freeze, and grab one on busy mornings. These have about 37 grams of protein each (estimated) and reheat in about 3 minutes.
Tips for the best freezer breakfast burritos
- Let the fillings cool for 10 minutes before rolling, so steam doesn't make the tortillas soggy.
- Use large (10-inch) tortillas and roll tightly, tucking in the sides first.
- Wrap each burrito in foil or plastic wrap, then store in a freezer bag. Label with the date.
- Reheat from frozen: remove the foil, wrap in a damp paper towel and microwave 2 1/2 to 3 minutes, turning halfway, until the center is 165°F.
Freezer Breakfast Burritos recipe
Freezer Breakfast Burritos
Ingredients
- 8 eggs
- 8 oz turkey breakfast sausage
- 3/4 can black beans (15 oz can)
- 4 oz cheddar cheese
- 4 whole-wheat tortillas
- 1/2 cup salsa
Directions
- Brown the sausage; add rinsed beans. Scramble the eggs separately.
- Cool for 10 minutes so the tortillas don't get soggy.
- Fill each large tortilla with eggs, sausage, beans, shredded cheese and 2 tbsp salsa. Roll tightly.
- Wrap each in foil and freeze up to 3 months.
Make it different: Make them vegetarian with extra beans and sautéed peppers instead of sausage.
Storage: Fridge up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months, wrapped tightly.
* Protein amounts are estimates based on typical USDA values for common products. Brands vary, especially protein powder, bread and sausage, so check your labels.
More ways to make it
Ham & Egg English Muffin Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 4 whole-wheat English muffins
- 4 eggs
- 6 oz deli ham
- 3 oz cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp cooking spray
Directions
- Heat oven to 350°F. Crack 1 egg into each of 4 sprayed muffin cups or ramekins, pierce the yolks, and bake 15 minutes.
- Layer each toasted muffin with ham, cheese and an egg.
- Wrap individually and refrigerate 4 days or freeze 2 months.
Make it different: Use turkey slices instead of ham; add a slice of tomato after reheating.
Egg & Cheese Breakfast Quesadilla
Ingredients
- 1 whole-wheat tortillas
- 2 eggs
- 1 oz cheddar cheese
- 1/4 can black beans (15 oz can)
- 2 tbsp salsa
Directions
- Scramble the eggs.
- Fill half the tortilla with eggs, rinsed beans and cheese; fold.
- Cook in a dry skillet 2 minutes per side. Serve with salsa.
Make it different: Add sautéed peppers and onions, or swap beans for turkey sausage.
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How long do breakfast burritos last in the freezer?
Up to 3 months, wrapped tightly. They taste best within the first month.
How do you reheat frozen breakfast burritos?
Remove the foil, wrap in a damp paper towel and microwave 2 1/2 to 3 minutes, turning halfway, until hot in the center (165°F). Or bake at 375°F for 25 to 30 minutes in foil.
How do you keep breakfast burritos from getting soggy?
Cool the fillings before rolling, drain beans well, and go easy on the salsa inside; serve extra salsa on the side.
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