Smoked Bacon Cheddar Burritos

Featured in: Daybreak Buddy Bites

This morning meal combines crispy smoked bacon, fluffy scrambled eggs with a touch of milk, and sharp cheddar cheese. Sautéed red bell pepper and onion add sweetness and texture, while fresh cilantro brings brightness. Wrapped in large flour tortillas, these burritos can be toasted for a golden crisp or served soft. Optional salsa and hot sauce provide added flavor. Easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, this dish is ideal for a satisfying start to the day or a convenient, protein-rich option.

Updated on Tue, 11 Nov 2025 16:34:00 GMT
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Hearty smoked bacon & cheddar breakfast burrito with fluffy eggs and fresh veggies. | buddybiteskitchen.com

A hearty and flavorful breakfast burrito packed with smoky bacon, fluffy scrambled eggs, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh vegetables, all wrapped in a warm tortilla the perfect start to your day.

I love making these breakfast burritos on weekends for my family because they enjoy the smoky bacon combined with fresh vegetables in a warm tortilla.

Ingredients

  • 8 slices smoked bacon: Meats
  • 6 large eggs: Eggs & Dairy
  • 1/4 cup whole milk: Eggs & Dairy
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded: Eggs & Dairy
  • 1 small red bell pepper, diced: Vegetables
  • 1/2 small red onion, diced: Vegetables
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional): Vegetables
  • 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch): Wraps
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter: Pantry & Seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt: Pantry & Seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper: Pantry & Seasoning
  • Salsa, for serving (optional): Pantry & Seasoning
  • Hot sauce, for serving (optional): Pantry & Seasoning

Instructions

Step 1:
Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8 10 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. When cool, roughly chop.
Step 2:
In the same skillet, discard excess bacon fat, leaving about 1 teaspoon. Add diced onion and red bell pepper sauté for 3 4 minutes until softened. Remove and set aside.
Step 3:
In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
Step 4:
Melt butter in the skillet over medium-low heat. Pour in the egg mixture and gently scramble until just set but still soft, about 3 4 minutes. Remove from heat.
Step 5:
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
Step 6:
To assemble each burrito place a quarter of the scrambled eggs in the center of a tortilla, then top with sautéed vegetables, chopped bacon, cheddar cheese, and cilantro (if using).
Step 7:
Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll up tightly from the bottom to enclose the filling.
Step 8:
For a crispier burrito, toast the wrapped burritos seam-side down in the skillet for 1 2 minutes until golden.
Step 9:
Serve immediately with salsa and hot sauce, if desired.
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These burritos have become a breakfast tradition in our home, creating happy mornings and full bellies for the whole family.

Required Tools

Large skillet, mixing bowl, whisk, knife and cutting board, spatula, paper towels

Allergen Information

Contains Eggs, Milk (Dairy), Wheat (in flour tortillas). May contain Gluten (tortillas) depending on brand. Double-check ingredient labels if you have food allergies.

Nutritional Information

Calories 510, Total Fat 29 g, Carbohydrates 36 g, Protein 26 g per serving

Savory smoked bacon & cheddar breakfast burritos, topped with spicy salsa for flavor. Save to Pinterest
Savory smoked bacon & cheddar breakfast burritos, topped with spicy salsa for flavor. | buddybiteskitchen.com

Enjoy these delicious burritos warm with your favorite salsa or hot sauce for a quick and satisfying breakfast.

Common Recipe Questions

How do you make scrambled eggs fluffy?

Whisk eggs with a splash of milk and cook gently over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until softly set, to achieve a tender texture.

Can bacon be substituted in this dish?

Yes, turkey bacon or vegetarian alternatives like black beans can be used to tailor the flavors and dietary preferences.

What is the best way to warm tortillas without drying them out?

Heat tortillas on a dry skillet over medium heat or wrap in a damp paper towel and microwave briefly to keep them pliable.

How to get crispy bacon for the filling?

Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until deeply browned and crisp, then drain on paper towels before chopping.

Can these burritos be prepared ahead and frozen?

Yes, wrap assembled burritos tightly in foil and freeze for up to two months. Reheat in microwave or oven before serving.

Smoked Bacon Cheddar Burritos

A savory combination of smoked bacon, sharp cheddar, eggs, and vegetables in a warm tortilla wrap.

Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Total Time
35 minutes
Created By Max Buddyfield

Recipe Category Daybreak Buddy Bites

Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Type American

Recipe Yield 4 Number of Servings

Dietary Preferences None specified

What You'll Need

Meats

01 8 slices smoked bacon

Eggs & Dairy

01 6 large eggs
02 1/4 cup whole milk
03 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Vegetables

01 1 small red bell pepper, diced
02 1/2 small red onion, diced
03 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Wraps

01 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)

Pantry & Seasoning

01 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
02 1/2 teaspoon salt
03 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
04 Salsa, for serving (optional)
05 Hot sauce, for serving (optional)

Steps to Follow

Step 01

Cook Bacon: Fry the bacon slices in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels and chop roughly once cooled.

Step 02

Sauté Vegetables: Discard excess bacon fat, leaving about 1 teaspoon in the skillet. Add diced onion and bell pepper and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Remove vegetables and set aside.

Step 03

Prepare Egg Mixture: Whisk together eggs, whole milk, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl until blended.

Step 04

Scramble Eggs: Melt butter over medium-low heat in the skillet. Pour in egg mixture and cook gently, stirring until eggs are softly set, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 05

Warm Tortillas: Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until they become pliable and easy to roll.

Step 06

Assemble Burritos: Distribute scrambled eggs evenly onto each tortilla. Top with sautéed vegetables, chopped bacon, shredded cheddar, and cilantro, if using.

Step 07

Roll Burritos: Fold the sides of each tortilla inward, then roll tightly from the bottom to enclose all fillings securely.

Step 08

Optional Toasting: For added crispness, place burritos seam-side down in the skillet and toast for 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown.

Step 09

Serve: Serve immediately, accompanied by salsa and hot sauce if desired.

Tools You'll Need

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Spatula
  • Paper towels

Allergy Warnings

Review each ingredient carefully for allergens. If unsure, consult with a healthcare provider.
  • Contains eggs, milk (dairy), and wheat (in flour tortillas); may contain gluten depending on brand.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

These details are for general information only. Always consult a healthcare professional for dietary concerns.
  • Calorie Count: 510
  • Fat Content: 29 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 36 grams
  • Protein Content: 26 grams