Loaded Breakfast Bakes
Starting your day with a nutritious breakfast sets the tone for healthy eating habits and sustained energy levels. Our Loaded Breakfast Bake is a perfect meal prep solution that combines protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates to keep you satisfied throughout the morning.
Creator: Leslie Stokes
Loaded Breakfast Bake: The Ultimate Make-Ahead Recipe for Busy Mornings
When it comes to breakfast, I love starting the day with something hearty, balanced, and packed with flavor—but I also know how chaotic mornings can get! That’s where this Loaded Breakfast Bake comes in. It’s the ultimate solution for busy mornings, meal prep days, or even feeding a hungry weekend crowd.
This recipe checks all the boxes:
• Protein-packed: A great combination of eggs, sausage, bacon and cheese.
• flavor packed: the combination of ingredients is filling, satisfying and comes together so good!
• Gluten-free: Perfect for those with dietary needs, with no special substitutes required.
• Customizable: Tailor the ingredients to your preferences!
Tips for Customizing Your Breakfast Bake
• Add more veggies: add in bell peppers or spinach
• Switch up the protein: Use crumbled turkey bacon, ground turkey, or plant-based sausage.
• Cheese variety: Try feta, goat cheese, or a dairy-free alternative.
• Spice it up: Add jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the egg mixture for a little kick.
How to Store & Reheat
• Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Wrap individual portions in plastic wrap, then store them in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. To reheat, microwave for 1–2 minutes or warm in the oven at 350°F.
Tips for this Meal Prep
Cooking Tips
• Efficient Meal Prep: While the breakfast bakes are in the oven, utilize the 20-minute baking time to prepare another meal or snack for the week. This multitasking approach maximizes your time in the kitchen.
• Minimal Cleanup: By cooking and baking directly in the meal prep containers, you reduce the number of dishes used, making cleanup a breeze.
• Ingredient Variations: Feel free to customize the bake by adding vegetables like bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms. Different cheeses such as mozzarella or feta can also be used to suit your taste preferences.
Loaded Breakfast Bakes
Starting your day with a nutritious breakfast sets the tone for healthy eating habits and sustained energy levels. This Loaded Breakfast Bake is a perfect meal prep solution that combines protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates to keep you satisfied throughout the morning.
Equipment
- 4 oven safe glass meal prep containers or an 8x8 pan
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb all-natural breakfast sausage
- 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 24 tater tots ***add more if you want, adjust the macros!
- 10 large eggs
- 1 cup low fat cottage cheese
- Non-stick cooking spray
Let's Make It
- 1. Preheat the Oven:• Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2. Cook the Meats:• In a skillet over medium heat, brown the breakfast sausage until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.• Ensure the bacon is cooked to your desired crispness and crumbled into pieces.
- 3. Prepare the Egg Mixture:• In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and cottage cheese until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 4. Assemble the Bakes:• Lightly spray four individual meal prep containers or ramekins with non-stick cooking spray.• Evenly distribute the cooked sausage, crumbled bacon, chopped green onions, and shredded cheddar cheese among the containers.• Place 6 tater tots into each container.• Pour the egg and cottage cheese mixture over the ingredients in each container, ensuring the solids are submerged.
- 5. Bake:• Arrange the containers on a baking sheet for easy handling.• Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the tops are lightly golden.
- 6. Cool and Store:• Allow the bakes to cool slightly before sealing the containers.• Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheating Instructions:• When ready to enjoy, reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes until warmed through.
