Tater Tot Breakfast Bake – Easy, Cheesy, and Perfect for Brunch!
This Tater Tot Breakfast Bake is a hearty, cheesy, and satisfying breakfast casserole loaded with crispy tater tots, fluffy eggs, melty cheese, and savory sausage. Perfect for brunch, meal prep, or holiday mornings, this easy one-pan dish is a family favorite!
Equipment
- ✔ 9x13-inch baking dish
- ✔ Large mixing bowl
- ✔ Whisk
- ✔ Skillet
- ✔ Spatula
- ✔️ Measuring Cups & Spoons
Ingredients
- Main Ingredients:
- 1 bag 32 oz frozen tater tots
- 1 lb 450g breakfast sausage (or bacon, ham, or turkey sausage)
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup milk whole or 2%
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika optional, for a smoky flavor
- Optional Ingredients:
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes for spice
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- Step 2: Cook the Sausage & Vegetables
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the breakfast sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- If using, sauté the diced onion and bell pepper in the same pan for 2-3 minutes.
- Drain excess grease and set aside.
- Step 3: Prepare the Egg Mixture
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheese (reserve the other cup for topping).
- Step 4: Assemble the Bake
- Spread the cooked sausage mixture evenly in the baking dish.
- Pour the egg mixture over the sausage.
- Arrange the frozen tater tots on top in a single layer.
- Step 5: Bake the Casserole
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the eggs are set and the tater tots are golden brown.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese over the top and bake for 5 more minutes, until melted.
- Step 6: Cool & Serve
- Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve with sour cream or salsa.
Notes
✔ Make-Ahead: Assemble the night before, cover, and refrigerate. Bake in the morning, adding 5 extra minutes to the cook time.
✔ Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
✔ Freezing: Freeze baked casserole for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes.
✔ Customizations: Swap sausage for bacon or ham, use different cheeses, or make it vegetarian with spinach & mushrooms.
✔ Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
✔ Freezing: Freeze baked casserole for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes.
✔ Customizations: Swap sausage for bacon or ham, use different cheeses, or make it vegetarian with spinach & mushrooms.