Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

A cheesy, golden, make-ahead breakfast bake packed with flavor and crunch!

This Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole is a savory, satisfying dish layered with crispy tater tots, fluffy eggs, melted cheese, and your favorite breakfast meats. It’s easy to assemble, great for feeding a crowd, and even better the next day. Perfect for holiday mornings, weekend brunches, or meal prep!

Ingredients (Serves 6–8)

1 (32 oz / 900 g) bag frozen tater tots

1 lb (450 g) breakfast sausage or bacon (cooked and crumbled)

1 small onion, finely diced

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese

8 large eggs

1 ½ cups milk (whole or 2%)

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

Optional: ½ cup bell peppers or spinach, chopped

Instructions

Preheat & Prepare:
Preheat oven to 375°F / 190°C

Lightly grease a 9×13 inch (23×33 cm) baking dish

Layer the Casserole:
Spread tater tots evenly on the bottom of the baking dish

Sprinkle the cooked sausage/bacon over the tots

Add diced onion and any optional veggies

Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top

Mix & Pour:
In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper

Pour the egg mixture slowly over the layered ingredients in the dish

Bake:
Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden

Let cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving

Serving Suggestions
Serve with hot sauce, salsa, or sour cream on the side

Add a sprinkle of fresh parsley or chives for color

Pair with a fruit salad and coffee for a full brunch setup

Tips & Variations
Make ahead: Assemble the night before, refrigerate, and bake in the morning

Swap sausage with cooked ham or ground turkey

Add jalapeños or green chilies for a spicy kick

Make it vegetarian by skipping the meat and adding mushrooms, spinach, or zucchini