Tater Tot Breakfast Bowl with Sausage Gravy

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This Tater Tot Breakfast Bowl with Sausage Gravy is a complete breakfast in every bite. It’s rich, filling, and customizable—you can make it mild or spicy, top it with fresh salsa, or load it with extra cheese. It’s easy enough for busy mornings but indulgent enough to serve to guests. Plus, it’s a fun twist on traditional biscuits and gravy.

Ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

• tater tots (quantity as needed for serving)
• 15 eggs, scrambled
• sausage gravy (double batch)
• salt and pepper to taste
• taco cheese blend for topping
• optional: pepper flakes and cayenne powder for added spice in the gravy
• optional: fresh Mexican restaurant-style salsa for serving

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C). Bake tater tots according to the package instructions for about 30 minutes, or until golden and crispy.

2. While tater tots bake, prepare sausage gravy. Add pepper flakes and cayenne powder if you want extra heat.

3. In a skillet, scramble the eggs with salt and pepper until cooked through but still moist.

4. Assemble the bowls by adding a layer of tater tots at the bottom.

5. Add scrambled eggs over the tots.

6. Pour sausage gravy over the eggs.

7. Sprinkle with taco cheese blend.

8. Optional: top with fresh salsa before serving.

Servings and timing

Servings: 6–8
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes

Variations

• Swap sausage gravy for vegetarian mushroom gravy for a meat-free option.

• Use hash browns instead of tater tots for a different texture.

• Add sautéed onions, peppers, or spinach to the eggs for extra vegetables.

• Try cheddar, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack cheese instead of taco cheese blend.

• Use turkey sausage for a lighter version.

Storage/Reheating

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For best results, store the tater tots, eggs, and gravy separately. Reheat tater tots in the oven or air fryer to keep them crispy, and warm the gravy and eggs on the stovetop or in the microwave before assembling.

FAQs

1. Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the components in advance and assemble when ready to serve.

2. Can I freeze the breakfast bowls?

It’s best to freeze the gravy and eggs separately. Tater tots lose crispiness when frozen after cooking.

3. What kind of sausage works best for the gravy?

Breakfast sausage is traditional, but you can use chicken or turkey sausage as well.

4. How do I make the dish spicier?

Add more cayenne powder or crushed red pepper to the sausage gravy.

5. Can I use egg whites instead of whole eggs?

Yes, but you may need to adjust cooking time since egg whites cook faster.

6. What’s the best way to keep tater tots crispy?

Bake or air fry them right before serving and avoid covering them tightly.

7. Can I serve this without gravy?

Yes, you can replace gravy with salsa, hot sauce, or even hollandaise.

8. How do I keep scrambled eggs moist?

Cook them over medium-low heat and remove from the skillet just before they’re fully set.

9. Can I make this gluten-free?

Yes, just ensure the sausage gravy is made with gluten-free flour or thickener.

10. Is this good for meal prep?

Yes, but store each component separately for best texture when reheating.

Conclusion

The Tater Tot Breakfast Bowl with Sausage Gravy is the ultimate comfort breakfast—crispy, creamy, cheesy, and endlessly customizable. Whether you make it for a weekend brunch or prepare the components for weekday mornings, it’s guaranteed to be a satisfying start to the day.

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