Dinner

Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole with Bacon, Sausage, and Cheddar Recipe

BySophie Carsel October 15, 2025October 15, 2025

Introduction

This Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole is a hearty, flavorful dish perfect for a weekend brunch or a special breakfast treat. Loaded with crispy tater tots, savory sausage and bacon, and melted mozzarella cheese, it’s sure to satisfy your morning cravings.

The image shows a cheesy baked dish in a white round pan with light pink handles, topped with melted golden cheese and sprinkled with bright green chopped spring onions, with a spoon resting inside and lifting a portion. To the left, a white bowl filled with fresh dark green leafy arugula sits beside a small wooden board holding two neatly sliced halves of an avocado with light green and creamy yellow layers. Above, there are stacked white plates and a neatly folded beige cloth, alongside two forks placed on another set of stacked white plates. All items are arranged on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

4 cups tater tots
6 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
6 sausage patties, cubed
1 ½ cups bell peppers (I used shishito peppers), diced
1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
2 cups mozzarella cheese, divided
1 large onion, diced
¾ cup green onions, chopped
8 eggs
1 ½ cups whole milk
½ tablespoon kosher salt

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F and position the wire rack at the top of the oven.
Step 2: In an oven-safe heavy-bottomed pan, add the bacon, diced onion, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Sauté on medium-high heat for 7 minutes.
Step 3: Add the cubed sausage, diced bell peppers, and another ½ teaspoon of salt to the pan. Cook for an additional 3 minutes.
Step 4: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, 1 ½ teaspoons of salt, and the whole milk until fully combined. Set aside.
Step 5: Sprinkle 1 cup of mozzarella cheese evenly over the cooked meat and vegetables in the pan.
Step 6: Arrange the tater tots in a circular pattern, filling the pan completely.
Step 7: Pour the egg and milk mixture over the tater tots. Sprinkle ½ cup of green onions on top.
Step 8: Bake uncovered on the top rack for 20-25 minutes. Remove from the oven, add the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and top with jalapeño slices if using. Return to the oven and bake for another 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
Step 9: Remove from oven, garnish with the remaining ¼ cup of green onions. Serve hot with a side salad and your favorite hot sauce.

Tips & Variations

Use turkey sausage or omit meat for a vegetarian version.
Swap mozzarella for cheddar or pepper jack for a different flavor.
Add mushrooms or spinach along with the peppers for extra veggies.
Make it spicier by adding extra jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce in the egg mixture.

Storage

Store leftover casserole covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through for the best texture, or microwave in short intervals, stirring occasionally.

How to Serve

The image shows three white plates on a white marbled surface, each with a fresh salad of green leafy arugula and a half avocado sliced thinly on the top right. On each plate, there is one piece of cheesy casserole in the bottom center: the casserole has a golden-brown crust with melted yellow and white cheese dripping slightly and slices of green jalapeño scattered on top. The plate at the bottom also holds a fork partially inserted into the casserole, and a striped light-colored cloth is beneath it. The whole setting is bright and fresh. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare this casserole the night before?

Yes, you can assemble the casserole the night before and keep it covered in the fridge. Bake it fresh in the morning, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time if it’s coming straight from the cold.

Can I use frozen tater tots directly from the freezer?

Yes, frozen tater tots can be used without thawing. Just be sure to layer them evenly and follow the baking times suggested, which account for cooking them from frozen.