Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

There’s nothing like waking up to the comforting aroma of a hearty breakfast casserole. This Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole is everything you love about breakfast packed into one golden, cheesy, satisfying dish. Perfect for weekend brunches, holiday mornings, or meal prepping for the week, it’s layered with savory sausage, fluffy eggs, melty cheese, and of course—crispy tater tots. One bite and it just might become a family favorite.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb breakfast sausage (pork or turkey), cooked and crumbled

• 1 small onion, diced (optional)

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

• 8 large eggs

• 1 cup milk

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

• 1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots

• Optional toppings: chopped green onions, diced tomatoes, hot sauce

• Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

  2. Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it apart until browned. Add diced onions (if using) and cook until soft. Drain any excess grease.

  3. Layer the casserole: Spread the cooked sausage mixture evenly on the bottom of the baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the sausage.

  4. Whisk the eggs in a large bowl. Add milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

  5. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sausage and cheese in the dish.

  6. Top with tater tots in a single layer, covering the entire surface.

  7. Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes or until the eggs are set and the tater tots are golden and crispy.

  8. Cool slightly before serving. Top with optional green onions, hot sauce, or any favorite toppings.

  9. Pro Tip: You can make this casserole the night before—just cover and refrigerate, then bake in the morning!