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Cheesy Tater Tot Breakfast Bake

Published: Oct 27, 2020 · Modified: Jul 21, 2023 by Audrey · This post may contain affiliate links

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Text that says tater tot breakfast casserole. Above and below are images of a breakfast casserole made with cheese, breakfast sausage, and tater tots.

This tater tot breakfast bake is so good. You’ll love this cheesy and filling breakfast recipe.

A large spoon scooping a breakfast casserole.

This cheesy tater tot breakfast bake is one of my favorite recipes to make for breakfast. One of my friends made a similar recipe to this one for another friend’s baby shower. After trying her recipe, I knew that I had to recreate my own! This recipe is loaded with cheesy goodness. It is not only delicious but it is very easy to make.

Tater tot breakfast casserole in a white dish.

Need more breakfast or brunch inspiration? Some of my other favorites are this Amish coffee cake, old fashioned banana bread, and canned biscuit donuts.

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  • 🧡 Why you’ll love this recipe
  • 🧀 Ingredients needed
  • 🌶️ Variations
  • ❔ What kind of dish do I need to make this?
  • 🥣 How to make this recipe (step by step guide)
  • 👩‍🍳 Can I prep this recipe the night before?
  • 🍇 What should I serve with this breakfast bake?
  • 💭 Recipe FAQs
  • Cheesy Tater Tot Breakfast Bake

🧡 Why you’ll love this recipe

This isn’t a super complicated or fussy recipe. This cheesy breakfast casserole uses a lot of ingredients you probably already have on hand. It is great to make on lazy weekends, potlucks, or for a special holiday breakfast.

🧀 Ingredients needed

The ingredients needed to make a tater tot breakfast casserole.

To make this recipe, you will need:

  • Breakfast sausage: I used a mild breakfast sausage.
  • Shredded cheddar: I used sharp cheddar but you can also use a mild or medium cheddar. If you have time, try grating your own cheddar. It tastes so much better.
  • Eggs: You will need six large eggs for this recipe
  • Milk: You can also substitute ¼ cup of half and half.
  • Salt, black pepper, paprika: The seasonings for the casserole.
  • Frozen tater tots: You’ll need about 15 ounces.

🌶️ Variations

If you like spice and heat, try using a spicy breakfast sausage or try adding some red hot sauce or pickled jalapenos on top.

❔ What kind of dish do I need to make this?

I recommend a 9 x 13 inch casserole dish for this recipe.

🥣 How to make this recipe (step by step guide)

Steps 1 through 4 on how to make a tater tot breakfast bake.

Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees. Spray your 9 x 13 casserole dish with non-stick spray.

In a large skillet, brown and break up your breakfast sausage and drain the fat (image 1). Set it aside to cool.

Next, in a large bowl add the eggs with the milk and seasonings. Beat well (image 2).

Add the tater tots to the casserole dish (image 3). Spread them out as evenly as possible.

Add the breakfast sausage on top of the tots and distribute evenly (image 4).

Steps 5 through 7 on how to make a tater tot breakfast bake.

Pour the egg mixture over (image 5). Add the shredded cheese on top (image 6).

Cover your casserole dish with aluminum foil (image 7). Bake at 350 degrees for 40 to 45 minutes. Remove the foil the last 5 to 10 minutes of cooking so the cheese will be nice and melted.

👩‍🍳 Can I prep this recipe the night before?

You can absolutely prep this the night before. I especially like to prep this recipe the night before big holidays like Christmas and Thanksgiving.

To prep this recipe, simply follow the instructions down to #8 and then cover with foil and refrigerate until the morning. The morning of pop it into your oven and bake at 350 degrees for 50 to minutes (you’ll want to add a little extra time since it will be baking from cold).

🍇 What should I serve with this breakfast bake?

I think this cheesy breakfast bake is delicious on its own. If you need side dish ideas, fresh fruit (like this dairy free fruit salad or fruit salad with Sprite) or yogurt parfaits go really well as a side to this recipe.

💭 Recipe FAQs

How long does breakfast casserole last?

This breakfast casserole will last for 3 to 4 days in your fridge.

Do I cover my breakfast casserole when baking?

Yes, cover it with aluminum foil while baking. This will help it to cook evenly without drying it out.

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If you tried this Cheesy Tater Tot Breakfast Bake or any other recipe on my site, please leave a ⭐ rating and let me know how it goes in the 📝 comments below. I would love to hear from you!

A large spoon scooping a breakfast casserole.

Cheesy Tater Tot Breakfast Bake

Audrey
This tater tot casserole is so good. You'll love this cheesy and filling recipe.
5 from 20 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 40 minutes mins
Total Time 50 minutes mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 609 kcal

Equipment

  • 9 x 13 inch casserole dish

Ingredients
  

  • 1 roll breakfast sausage (turkey or pork) about 16 ounces
  • 2 ½ cups shredded cheddar (I used sharp)
  • 6 large eggs beaten
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon pepper or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 15 ounces frozen tater tots

Instructions
 

  • Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees. Spray your 9 x 13 casserole dish with non-stick spray.
  • In a large skillet, brown and break up your breakfast sausage and drain the fat. Set it aside to cool.
  • Next, in a large bowl add the eggs with the milk and seasonings. Beat well.
  • Add the tater tots to the casserole dish. Spread them out as evenly as possible.
  • Add the breakfast sausage on top of the tots and distribute evenly.
  • Pour the egg mixture over. Add the shredded cheese on top.
  • Cover your casserole dish with aluminum foil. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 to45 minutes. Remove the foil the last 5 to 10 minutes of cooking so the cheese will be nice and melted.

Notes

Nutritional information is an estimate only.
 
This casserole will keep in your fridge for 3 to 4 days after making.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 609kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 12gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 703mgPotassium: 73mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 532IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 360mgIron: 1mg
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Comments

  1. Melanie says

    November 22, 2020 at 7:42 am

    I love breakfast recipes. This definitely looks good. My son loves anything casserole so I’ll need to make this for him. I’m thinking left over ham from thanksgiving for breakfast the next day.

    Reply
  2. Briana says

    October 29, 2020 at 7:15 am

    Tried this this morning ! Super good and the kids love it !

    Reply
    • Two Pink Peonies says

      October 29, 2020 at 7:22 pm

      I’m so glad! Thanks so much, Briana!

      Reply
  3. Bri says

    October 28, 2020 at 9:34 pm

    Any recipe that includes tater tots is a winner in my book+

    Reply
    • Two Pink Peonies says

      October 29, 2020 at 7:22 pm

      I like the way you think, Bri!

      Reply
  4. Angela Fry says

    October 28, 2020 at 8:33 pm

    Oh my goodness! This looks amazing. My kids would LOVE this for sure.

    Reply
    • Two Pink Peonies says

      October 29, 2020 at 7:22 pm

      Yes, this is such a kid friendly recipe!

      Reply
  5. julie says

    October 28, 2020 at 4:33 pm

    This sounds really delicious! I am lactose intolerant, but I think I could use non dairy Cheddar style shreds from Daiya with coconut milk!! I will try it!!

    Reply
    • Two Pink Peonies says

      October 29, 2020 at 7:23 pm

      I am working on some more gluten free and dairy free recipes- mostly freezer meals but I am so glad you could make this recipe work.

      Reply
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