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Easy Freezer-Friendly Egg and Cheddar Breakfast Burritos

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These freezer-friendly breakfast burritos combine fluffy scrambled eggs and sharp cheddar cheese wrapped in warm flour tortillas, perfect for quick, satisfying mornings. Make ahead, freeze, and enjoy a comforting breakfast anytime.

Ingredients

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  • 8 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 100 g)
  • 8 large flour tortillas (10–12 inches)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or oil
  • 1/4 cup whole milk or cream (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional add-ins: diced bell peppers, cooked breakfast sausage, sautéed spinach

Instructions

  1. Whisk the eggs: Crack 8 large eggs into a mixing bowl. Add 1/4 cup (60 ml) whole milk or cream, plus a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk vigorously until smooth and frothy, about 2 minutes.
  2. Heat the pan: Place a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat and add 1 tablespoon (14 g) unsalted butter. Let it melt completely without browning, about 1 minute.
  3. Cook the eggs: Pour in the egg mixture. Let sit undisturbed for 10 seconds, then gently stir with a spatula, pushing from edges to center. Cook on low heat for 4-5 minutes until softly set but moist.
  4. Remove from heat and fold in cheese: Sprinkle 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar over eggs. Gently fold cheese in to melt slightly while keeping eggs creamy.
  5. Warm tortillas: Quickly warm each tortilla in a dry skillet or microwave for 15 seconds to make pliable.
  6. Assemble burritos: Lay a warm tortilla flat. Spoon about 1/2 cup (120 ml) of egg and cheddar mixture onto center. Fold in sides and roll tightly to enclose filling.
  7. Wrap for freezing: Wrap each burrito tightly in parchment paper or aluminum foil. Place in a freezer-safe bag or container.
  8. Freeze and reheat: Freeze up to 2 months. To reheat, unwrap and microwave on high for 1-2 minutes until hot, or reheat wrapped in foil in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 20-25 minutes.

Notes

Use low heat and gentle stirring to keep eggs creamy and avoid rubbery texture. Freshly shred cheddar cheese for best melt and texture. Fold burritos tightly and wrap individually to prevent freezer burn. Reheat from frozen without thawing for best results. Optional add-ins and substitutions available for dietary preferences.

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