Go Back

Easy Meal Prep Keto Breakfast Burritos

Start your mornings strong with these Easy Meal Prep Keto Breakfast Burritos! Packed with savory eggs, crispy bacon, fresh spinach, and rich cheddar cheese, all wrapped in a low-carb tortilla, they are a delicious and satisfying option for anyone following a ketogenic or low-carb lifestyle. Perfect for making ahead, these burritos ensure you have a healthy, protein-packed breakfast ready to go on busy days.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings 6

Equipment

  • Large skillet (approx. 10-12 inch)
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking dish (e.g., 8x11 inch or 9x9 inch, suitable for 6 burritos)

Ingredients
  

Eggs & Dairy:

  • 6 large eggs
  • 6 tablespoons heavy whipping cream 3/8 cup
  • 1 ½ tablespoons butter
  • 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded (reserve about 1/2 cup for topping)

Meat:

  • 12 oz thick-cut bacon

Produce:

  • 1 cup fresh spinach finely chopped
  • Pantry & Spices:
  • 6 low-carb tortillas approx. 8-inch diameter, with around 4-6g net carbs each
  • teaspoon salt
  • teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions
 

  • Prepare Oven and Baking Dish: Lightly grease your chosen baking dish. Preheat your oven to 340∘F (170∘C).
  • Cook Bacon: Cook the bacon strips in a large skillet over medium heat or bake in the oven until crisp. Once cooked, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Allow to cool slightly, then crumble into bite-sized pieces.
  • Whisk Egg Mixture: In a medium mixing bowl, crack the eggs. Add the heavy whipping cream, salt, freshly ground black pepper, and smoked paprika. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is uniform and slightly frothy. Stir in the finely chopped fresh spinach.
  • Scramble Eggs: Melt the butter in the large skillet (you can use the same one used for bacon, after wiping out excess grease if necessary) over medium heat. Once the butter is melted and foamy, pour in the egg and spinach mixture. Cook, stirring gently and frequently with a spatula, until the eggs are softly set but still slightly moist—they should not be dry. Remove the skillet from the heat immediately to prevent overcooking, as the residual heat will continue to cook them slightly.
  • Assemble the Burritos: Lay one low-carb tortilla flat. Spoon approximately one-sixth of the scrambled egg mixture down the center. Top with a portion of the crumbled bacon and a sprinkle of the shredded cheddar cheese (using the portion not reserved for topping).
  • Roll and Arrange: Fold in the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then tightly roll it up from the bottom to form a burrito. Place the burrito seam-side down into the prepared baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and fillings.
  • Top and Bake (Immediate): Sprinkle the reserved 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese and any remaining crumbled bacon evenly over the tops of the burritos in the baking dish. Bake in the preheated 340∘F (170∘C) oven for 12-17 minutes, or until the burritos are heated through and the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve: Let the Keto Breakfast Burritos rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy them warm.

Notes

  • For Next-Day Baking (Refrigerated): After assembling and arranging the burritos in the baking dish (step 6), do not add the topping yet. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, remove from the refrigerator, sprinkle with the reserved cheese and bacon, keep covered with foil, and bake at 340∘F (170∘C) for 15-20 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-8 minutes, or until fully heated and the cheese is melted and golden.
  • Freezing Baked Burritos: Allow baked burritos to cool completely. Wrap each burrito individually in plastic wrap, then in aluminum foil, or place them in a freezer-safe container or bag. They can be frozen for up to 2-3 months.
  • Reheating Individual Frozen Burritos:
    Thaw: For best results, thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
    Microwave (from thawed): Remove foil (if any). Wrap a thawed burrito in a slightly damp paper towel. Microwave on high in 30-45 second intervals until heated through to your liking.
    Oven (from thawed or frozen): Preheat oven to 350∘F (175∘C). Remove plastic wrap and wrap the burrito in aluminum foil. Bake for approximately 15-20 minutes if thawed, or 25-35 minutes if frozen, until heated through. For a crispier tortilla, you can open the foil for the last few minutes of heating.
Estimated Nutritional Information (per burrito):
  • Calories: Approx. 456 kcal
  • Protein: Approx. 26.6 g
  • Fat: Approx. 35.2 g
  • Total Carbohydrates: Approx. 17.3 g
  • Fiber: Approx. 11.2 g
  • Net Carbohydrates: Approx. 6.1 g
Disclaimer: Nutritional information is an estimate calculated using standard databases and may vary based on the specific brands of ingredients used, precise measurements, and cooking methods. For the most accurate information, please calculate based on your own ingredients.