There are few things more satisfying than a truly substantial breakfast. I’m talking about the kind of meal that sets you up for the entire day, a warm, handheld parcel of goodness that makes you forget all about that sad-looking box of cereal in the cupboard. This breakfast burritos recipe is exactly that. It’s a weekend morning ritual in my house, a delicious, savoury affair that brings everyone to the kitchen table without any persuasion needed. My kids absolutely devour this every time I make it, and honestly, so do I.

What makes this breakfast burrito so special isn’t a single secret ingredient, but the harmony of well-cooked components. We’re talking fluffy, creamy scrambled eggs, savoury sausage meat with a lovely crisp texture, and gloriously melty sharp cheddar cheese, all bundled together with sautéed peppers and onions inside a soft, lightly toasted tortilla. Each bite gives you a little bit of everything. It’s a breakfast wrap that feels like a proper treat but is straightforward enough for a relaxed Saturday morning.

This recipe is ideal for anyone looking to upgrade their breakfast game, from hungry teenagers to busy parents wanting a filling meal that can even be eaten on the go. It works wonderfully for a lazy brunch and is equally brilliant as a make-ahead option for those hectic weekday mornings. It’s the kind of recipe that, once you’ve made it, you’ll find yourself returning to again and again.

Recipe Overview

This breakfast burritos recipe brings together classic breakfast ingredients in one perfect package. The flavour profile is deeply savoury, with the rich pork sausage complementing the creamy eggs and sharp cheese, while the sweet peppers and onions add a touch of freshness. I’ve found that taking the time to properly brown the sausage and sear the final burrito is what elevates it from good to great.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Servings: 4 burritos
• Difficulty: Easy

Why You’ll Love This Breakfast Burritos Recipe

• Genuine Flavour: The combination of seasoned pork sausage, soft scrambled eggs, and sharp, tangy cheddar creates a rich and satisfying taste. The sautéed vegetables add a layer of sweetness that balances everything beautifully.
• Ready in About 30 Minutes: From chopping the veg to the final sear in the pan, the whole process is efficient and won’t take up your entire morning.
• Flexible Recipe: This is a fantastic base recipe. You can easily swap the sausage for bacon lardons or chorizo, add a handful of fresh spinach with the eggs, or throw in some mushrooms with the peppers.
• Great for a Weekend Brunch: When you want something a bit more special than toast but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen, these breakfast burritos are an excellent choice. They feel indulgent and are always well-received.
• Family Tested: I’ve been making this for over 7 years, and it never disappoints. It’s one of the few breakfasts that gets a unanimous thumbs-up from everyone in my family, from the youngest to the oldest.

Breakfast Burritos Recipe

⏱️ 10 min prep  •  🍳 20 min cook  •  👥 4 servings

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Ingredients You’ll Need

For the best results, use good quality ingredients. I always opt for Cumberland sausages with a high pork content as they render down beautifully and have a lovely peppery flavour. When it comes to the cheese, grating your own from a block is always better than pre-shredded bags, which often contain anti-caking agents that prevent a smooth melt.

• 4 large free-range eggs
• 60ml whole milk
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 250g good-quality pork sausage meat (or about 3-4 sausages, skins removed)
• 1 small red onion, finely diced
• 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 clove of garlic, minced
• 100g tinned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 150g mature cheddar cheese, grated
• 4 large flour tortillas (approx. 25cm or 10-inch)
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Marcus’s Tip: Don’t be shy with the black pepper when you’re making the eggs. The gentle heat cuts through the richness of the cheese and sausage, giving the whole breakfast wrap a more balanced flavour.

How to Make This Breakfast Burritos Recipe

The process is all about building layers of flavour in one pan. We’ll cook each component separately before bringing them all together in the final assembly. Keep your ingredients prepped and nearby (mise en place!) and it will all come together smoothly.

1. Cook the Sausage: Heat a large non-stick frying pan or skillet over a medium-high heat. Add the sausage meat and break it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it’s browned all over and cooked through. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving a little of the rendered fat in the pan.
2. Sauté the Vegetables: Add the diced red onion and bell pepper to the same pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring, until they have softened and are starting to caramelise slightly. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. Stir in the drained black beans and the cooked sausage meat, then transfer the entire mixture to a bowl. Give the pan a quick wipe.
3. Scramble the Eggs: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together with a good pinch of salt and pepper. Melt the butter in the now-empty frying pan over a low-medium heat. Pour in the egg mixture. I find that the best method is to let the eggs sit for about 20-30 seconds, then gently push them from the edges towards the centre with a spatula. Continue this until they are softly scrambled and still slightly moist. Immediately remove them from the heat to prevent overcooking.
4. Warm the Tortillas: You can warm the tortillas for about 30 seconds in the microwave, or my preferred method is to warm them one by one in a dry frying pan for about 15-20 seconds per side. This makes them more pliable and easier to roll.
5. Assemble the Burritos: Lay a warm tortilla flat. Spoon a quarter of the sausage and vegetable mixture in a line down the centre. Top with a quarter of the scrambled eggs, followed by a generous sprinkle of the grated cheddar cheese.
6. Fold and Roll: To fold the burrito, fold the bottom edge up and over the filling, tucking it in tightly. Then, fold in the two sides. Finally, roll the burrito away from you to form a tight, secure parcel. For a visual guide on the technique, Serious Eats has a great tutorial. Repeat for the remaining three tortillas.
7. Sear for a Crispy Finish: Add the 1 tbsp of vegetable oil to your frying pan and heat over a medium-high heat. Carefully place the assembled burritos seam-side down in the hot pan. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crisp. Flip and cook the other side for another 1-2 minutes. This step is crucial for getting that amazing texture and sealing the burrito shut.
8. Serve Immediately: Slice the burritos in half on a diagonal and serve while they are hot and the cheese is wonderfully gooey.

Tips From My Kitchen

• Temperature Control: For the eggs, low and slow is the way to go. Cooking them gently over a lower heat prevents them from becoming tough and rubbery, resulting in a much creamier texture inside your breakfast wrap.
• The Secret Step: Don’t skip the final sear. I learned that this simple step transforms the texture of the tortilla from soft to delightfully crisp, and it helps meld all the fillings together with the melted cheese. It makes a huge difference.
• Make-Ahead: You can cook the entire sausage and vegetable filling up to 2 days in advance. Store it in an airtight container in the fridge. When you’re ready to eat, just scramble the eggs and assemble.
• Storage: If you have leftovers, wrap them tightly in foil or cling film. They will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, you can use a microwave, but for the best texture, I recommend reheating in a dry frying pan over a medium heat until warmed through.

Equipment You’ll Need

You don’t need any fancy gadgets for this recipe, just some basic kitchen tools.

• Large non-stick frying pan or skillet
• Sharp knife and cutting board
• Two mixing bowls
• Wooden spoon or heatproof spatula
• Slotted spoon
• Cheese grater

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Overcrowding the pan: When you’re cooking the sausage and vegetables, make sure your pan is large enough. If you overcrowd it, the ingredients will steam instead of browning, and you’ll lose out on a lot of flavour development. Cook in batches if necessary.
• Wrong temperature for eggs: A screaming hot pan is the enemy of good scrambled eggs. A gentle, medium-low heat allows the curds to form slowly, giving you a soft, velvety result rather than a dry, rubbery one.
• Overfilling the burrito: It’s tempting to pack as much filling in as possible, but this is the main reason burritos burst. Be modest with your fillings to ensure you can get a tight, secure roll that won’t fall apart when you sear it.

Delicious Variations to Try

Once you’ve mastered the basic breakfast burrito, feel free to get creative. This recipe is a brilliant canvas for other flavours.

• Spicy Version: Add a finely diced fresh jalapeño or a pinch of chilli flakes along with the garlic for a welcome kick of heat. A dash of your favourite hot sauce served on the side also works beautifully.
• Vegetarian Option: Swap the sausage for crumbled, spiced halloumi or a good-quality vegetarian sausage. You could also add some pan-fried mushrooms for an extra earthy flavour.
• Different Protein: Diced bacon lardons or spicy chorizo are fantastic alternatives to pork sausage. Even leftover seasoned beef from our Easy Ground Beef Tacos Recipe would be a delicious addition.

What to Serve With This Breakfast Burrito

While this breakfast burrito is a complete meal in itself, a few simple accompaniments can round it out, especially if you’re serving it for brunch.

• Fresh Salsa or Pico de Gallo: A spoonful of fresh, zesty salsa adds a bright, acidic contrast to the richness of the burrito.
• Avocado or Guacamole: Sliced avocado or a dollop of simple guacamole provides a lovely creamy texture and freshness.
• Soured Cream: A little soured cream or Greek yoghurt on the side adds a cooling element that works especially well if you’ve made a spicier version.

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Breakfast Burritos Recipe

A rich and satisfying breakfast burrito packed with seasoned pork sausage, soft scrambled eggs, sautéed vegetables, and gooey melted cheddar, all seared to crispy perfection.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 750

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 4 large free-range eggs
• 60 ml whole milk
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 250 g good-quality pork sausage meat or about 3-4 sausages, skins removed
• 1 small red onion finely diced
• 1 red bell pepper finely diced
• 1 clove of garlic minced
• 100 g tinned black beans rinsed and drained
• 150 g mature cheddar cheese grated
• 4 large flour tortillas approx. 25cm or 10-inch
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Genuine Flavour: The combination of seasoned pork sausage soft scrambled eggs, and sharp, tangy cheddar creates a rich and satisfying taste. The sautéed vegetables add a layer of sweetness that balances everything beautifully.
• Ready in About 30 Minutes: From chopping the veg to the final sear in the pan the whole process is efficient and won't take up your entire morning.
• Flexible Recipe: This is a fantastic base recipe. You can easily swap the sausage for bacon lardons or chorizo add a handful of fresh spinach with the eggs, or throw in some mushrooms with the peppers.
• Great for a Weekend Brunch: When you want something a bit more special than toast but don't want to spend hours in the kitchen these breakfast burritos are an excellent choice. They feel indulgent and are always well-received.
• Family Tested: I've been making this for over 7 years and it never disappoints. It’s one of the few breakfasts that gets a unanimous thumbs-up from everyone in my family, from the youngest to the oldest.

Method

 

1. Cook the Sausage: Heat a large non-stick frying pan or skillet over a medium-high heat. Add the sausage meat and break it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it's browned all over and cooked through. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving a little of the rendered fat in the pan.
2. Sauté the Vegetables: Add the diced red onion and bell pepper to the same pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring, until they have softened and are starting to caramelise slightly. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. Stir in the drained black beans and the cooked sausage meat, then transfer the entire mixture to a bowl. Give the pan a quick wipe.
3. Scramble the Eggs: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together with a good pinch of salt and pepper. Melt the butter in the now-empty frying pan over a low-medium heat. Pour in the egg mixture. I find that the best method is to let the eggs sit for about 20-30 seconds, then gently push them from the edges towards the centre with a spatula. Continue this until they are softly scrambled and still slightly moist. Immediately remove them from the heat to prevent overcooking.
4. Warm the Tortillas: You can warm the tortillas for about 30 seconds in the microwave, or my preferred method is to warm them one by one in a dry frying pan for about 15-20 seconds per side. This makes them more pliable and easier to roll.
5. Assemble the Burritos: Lay a warm tortilla flat. Spoon a quarter of the sausage and vegetable mixture in a line down the centre. Top with a quarter of the scrambled eggs, followed by a generous sprinkle of the grated cheddar cheese.
6. Fold and Roll: To fold the burrito, fold the bottom edge up and over the filling, tucking it in tightly. Then, fold in the two sides. Finally, roll the burrito away from you to form a tight, secure parcel. For a visual guide on the technique, Serious Eats has a great tutorial. Repeat for the remaining three tortillas.
7. Sear for a Crispy Finish: Add the 1 tbsp of vegetable oil to your frying pan and heat over a medium-high heat. Carefully place the assembled burritos seam-side down in the hot pan. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crisp. Flip and cook the other side for another 1-2 minutes. This step is crucial for getting that amazing texture and sealing the burrito shut.
8. Serve Immediately: Slice the burritos in half on a diagonal and serve while they are hot and the cheese is wonderfully gooey.

Notes

This recipe is very flexible; try swapping sausage for bacon or chorizo, or adding spinach or mushrooms. Serve immediately while hot for the best gooey cheese texture.

There you have it—a hearty, flavourful, and completely satisfying breakfast burritos recipe that is sure to become a new favourite. It’s a fantastic way to start the day, and it reminds me of why I love spending time in the kitchen. If you want another weekend baking project, my Maple Pecan Sticky Buns Recipe is always a hit. I hope you give these burritos a try. If you do, please leave a comment below and let me know how you got on. I love hearing how you make my recipes your own!
-Marcus