Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
This Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole is a hearty, crowd-pleasing dish loaded with crispy tater tots, fluffy eggs, savory sausage, melted cheese, and flavorful seasonings. It's the perfect make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings, holidays, or brunch gatherings. With a crispy golden top and a rich, cheesy interior, this easy casserole will quickly become a family favorite!
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cheese grater
Ingredients
- Main Casserole Ingredients:
- 1 32 oz bag frozen tater tots
- 1 lb breakfast sausage pork, turkey, or plant-based
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk or heavy cream for extra richness
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or pepper jack for spice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano optional
- Optional Add-Ins:
- ½ cup bell peppers diced
- ½ cup onions diced
- ½ cup mushrooms sliced
- ½ cup spinach chopped
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes for heat
- Garnishes:
- Fresh parsley or green onions chopped
- Sour cream or hot sauce for serving
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat & Prepare
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or butter.
- Step 2: Cook the Sausage & Veggies
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess grease.
- If using vegetables like bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms, add them to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Step 3: Make the Egg Mixture
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, salt, and oregano until smooth.
- Step 4: Assemble the Casserole
- Spread the cooked sausage (and veggies, if using) evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over the sausage layer.
- Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the tater tots.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Step 5: Bake the Casserole
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the eggs are set.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Step 6: Garnish & Serve
- Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions.
- Serve warm with sour cream, hot sauce, or ketchup.
Notes
Make-Ahead Option: Assemble the casserole the night before, cover, and refrigerate. Bake the next morning as directed.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes or microwave in 30-second intervals.
Freezing Instructions: Wrap the baked casserole tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil, then freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Dairy-Free Option: Use almond or oat milk and dairy-free cheese.
Vegetarian Option: Substitute the sausage with plant-based alternatives or extra veggies.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes or microwave in 30-second intervals.
Freezing Instructions: Wrap the baked casserole tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil, then freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Dairy-Free Option: Use almond or oat milk and dairy-free cheese.
Vegetarian Option: Substitute the sausage with plant-based alternatives or extra veggies.