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Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Tots

Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Tots for Perfect Mornings

Transform humble frozen tater tots into sensational Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Tots, perfect for brunch and guaranteed crowd-pleasers!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 tots
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tots
  • 3 cups tater tots frozen or homemade
  • 4 large eggs adds protein and moisture
For the Filling
  • 1 lb ground sausage can use turkey for lighter option
  • 4 oz cream cheese Greek yogurt can be used as a healthier alternative
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded, can substitute with other cheeses

Equipment

  • mini muffin pan
  • Skillet
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease a mini muffin pan.
  2. Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain grease and mix with cream cheese.
  3. Scramble the eggs in a separate skillet for about 3-4 minutes until creamy and just set.
  4. Place three tater tots in each muffin cup and bake for 10 minutes.
  5. Press each tater tot group down firmly to form cups.
  6. Fill each cup with 1 teaspoon of scrambled eggs and 1 teaspoon of sausage mixture.
  7. Bake again for 15 minutes.
  8. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top and bake for an additional 2-3 minutes until melted.
  9. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1totsCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consider adding finely diced bell peppers or spinach for added nutrients and flavor.

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