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Simple Baked Breakfast Tacos

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These ‘taco cups’ are the ultimate grab-and-go breakfast! Fluffy, creamy eggs mixed with savory sausage and melted cheddar, baked right into crispy corn tortillas. Simple oven-baked technique.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk or heavy cream
  • 1 cup pre-cooked crumbled breakfast sausage or turkey chorizo
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Cooking spray or 1 teaspoon vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup standard muffin tin with cooking spray or oil. Gently press one tortilla into each of eight muffin cups, forming a cup shape.
  2. Step 2: Whisk the eggs, milk, and salt together in a medium bowl until the mixture is light and frothy. Set aside.
  3. Step 3: Distribute the pre-cooked sausage and shredded cheese evenly among the eight tortilla cups (about 1-2 tablespoons of filling per taco shell).
  4. Step 4: Carefully pour the egg mixture into each filled tortilla cup, ensuring the filling is completely covered. Do not overfill; the egg mixture should come about 3/4 of the way up the sides.
  5. Step 5: Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the eggs are completely set and lightly golden brown. Let cool slightly in the muffin tin before carefully removing them with a spatula and serving warm.

Notes

  • Keep cooled leftover tacos refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days; placing a small paper towel beneath them helps wick away condensation.
  • Reheat these tacos in a toaster oven or standard oven at 300°F (150°C) for a few minutes to ensure the tortillas stay crisp, as microwaving can make them tough.
  • Finish your baked tacos with a spoonful of hot sauce, sour cream, or fresh pico de gallo for a vibrant burst of flavor just before serving.
  • To prevent your tortillas from tearing when pressing them into the muffin tin, stack and microwave them for about 15 seconds to make them more pliable.
  • Author: Isabella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 Tacos
  • Calories: 355
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Protein: 1g