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No-Fuss Breakfast 'Burritos' -Thank Your Muffin Tin

  • Madison
  • Sep 3
  • 3 min read

Breakfast burritos are basically the breakfast dream team. Fluffy eggs, melty cheese, maybe some crispy bacon or seasoned veggies—all wrapped in a cozy tortilla hug. But here’s the real talk: rolling them one by one, especially for a crowd or a hungover Saturday brunch, is more “workout” than “weekend vibe.”


Enter the humble muffin tin. Yes, that trusty cupcake hero is about to change your breakfast game forever. Instead of wrestling with giant tortillas, you can batch-make bite-sized burrito cups that are handheld, hearty, and totally party-ready.


muffin tin baked eggs with pepper, onion and ham

Tiny Burritos, Big Flavor

Here’s the genius move: cut your tortillas, roll them into little cups, and nestle them into a greased muffin tin. Pour in whisked eggs, then get creative: one tray for the meat lovers (bacon bits, sausage crumbles, or ham), another for the veggie fans (mushrooms, peppers, spinach, zucchini—whatever you’ve got in the fridge). Top everything with generous cheese sprinkles, slide the trays into the oven, and let them bake while you sip coffee, shake up a brunch cocktail, or bask in your own culinary brilliance.


In under 30 minutes, you’ll have multiple golden burrito bites ready to serve. Instead of slicing and struggling with one giant rolled-up tortilla, you’ve got perfectly portioned snacks that disappear fast—trust us, your friends will hover by the oven before the timer even dings.


bacon eggs baked muffin tin, breakfast, bacon and egg

Easy to Make, Even Easier to Eat

The real magic of these burrito cups is how flexible they are. Cooking for two? One tray does the trick. Feeding a crew? Pop in a couple more trays, and suddenly you’re the breakfast hero everyone talks about. Dietary preferences? No problem—meat on one side, veggies on the other, chaos avoided.


Top your creations with fresh cilantro or chopped chives, and don’t forget the extras: salsa, hot sauce, guacamole, maybe even a little extra cheese (there’s no such thing as too much cheese). Whether you’re packing a meal for work, serving brunch, or sneaking a midnight snack, these little cups are dangerously addictive.

Shortcut alert: If you want to skip the tortilla entirely, no problem—just place cooked bacon or sausage directly in the tin and pour your egg mixture right on top. Same delicious flavor, even less fuss.


Why You’ll Want More

Here’s the warning: they go fast. Make more than you think you need. Reheat leftovers in the oven or microwave, or devour them right away while your coffee’s still hot. Either way, breakfast just got way easier, way cuter, and a whole lot more fun.

Muffin tin breakfast burritos: simple to make, customizable to taste, and absolutely party-proof. Who knew that a little baking tin could turn breakfast into a celebration?

Mini Recipe Sidebar: Muffin Tin Breakfast Burrito Cups

Servings: 12 cups | Prep + Cook: 30 min

You’ll Need:

  • 6 medium flour tortillas (cut in half)

  • 8 large eggs, whisked with a splash of milk

  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or whatever you love)

  • Fillings: bacon, sausage, ham, mushrooms, peppers, spinach, zucchini, etc.

  • Salt + pepper to taste

  • Optional toppings: cilantro, chives, salsa, guacamole, extra cheese


Method in a Nutshell:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease muffin tin.

  2. Roll tortilla halves into cups and place in tin.

  3. Pour whisked eggs into each cup (about halfway).

  4. Add fillings for meat lovers or veggie fans.

  5. Sprinkle cheese on top.

  6. Bake 18–22 min until eggs are set and tortilla edges are golden.

  7. Sprinkle fresh herbs and serve with your favorite sides.

Pro tip: Make more than you think you need. These vanish faster than your coffee on a Monday morning.

 
 
 
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