Bacon Egg Breakfast Quesadillas (Printable Version)

Crispy tortillas stuffed with bacon, scrambled eggs, and cheese—perfect for a morning treat.

# Components:

→ Proteins

01 - 6 slices bacon
02 - 4 large eggs

→ Dairy

03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 2 tablespoons milk
05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Produce and Staples

06 - 1/4 cup chopped green onions
07 - 4 large flour tortillas (8-inch)
08 - Salt, to taste
09 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Optional Toppings

10 - Salsa, for serving
11 - Sour cream, for serving
12 - Sliced avocado, for serving

# Preparation steps:

01 - Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels and finely chop once cooled.
02 - Whisk eggs with milk, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add eggs and gently scramble until just set. Stir in green onions and remove from heat.
03 - Lay out tortillas and sprinkle half of each with cheddar cheese. Top evenly with scrambled eggs and chopped bacon, then add remaining cheese. Fold tortillas in half to create crescent shapes.
04 - Melt remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in the skillet over medium heat. Cook quesadillas for 2-3 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden brown and crisp. Cook in batches if necessary.
05 - Remove quesadillas from skillet, let rest for 1 minute, then cut into wedges. Serve immediately with desired toppings like salsa, sour cream, or avocado.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 25 minutes
  • Uses basic ingredients you likely have on hand
  • Perfect for breakfast on the go
  • Customizable with your favorite toppings
02 -
  • Perfect for meal prep and can be made ahead
  • Great way to use leftover bacon or ham
  • Can be easily doubled for a crowd
03 -
  • Always start bacon in a cold pan for even cooking and better fat rendering. This prevents the bacon from curling and ensures crispy results every time.
  • For the fluffiest eggs, remove them from heat when they still look slightly wet, as they'll continue cooking from residual heat.
  • Using two types of cheese creates more complex flavor and better melting properties—try combining cheddar with monterey jack.
  • Finally, let the quesadillas rest for a minute before cutting to allow the cheese to set slightly, resulting in cleaner slices and less filling spillage.

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