If you’re looking to shake up your morning routine, these Air Fryer Breakfast Taquitos are just the thing.

Crispy on the outside, cheesy and savory on the inside, they’re everything you love about breakfast—rolled up and ready to eat.

With scrambled eggs, gooey cheese, and your choice of bacon or sausage, they’re hearty enough to keep you full but light enough to enjoy any day of the week.

Best of all? The air fryer does all the work, giving you golden, crunchy taquitos in under 20 minutes. No deep frying, no fuss, just delicious handheld breakfast perfection.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick & Easy: From start to finish in 20 minutes.
• Customizable: Fill them with your favorite proteins or veggies.
• Kid-Friendly: Perfect little finger food for breakfast on the go.
• Meal Prep Friendly: Make ahead and reheat for busy mornings.

Ingredients (8 Taquitos)

• 4 large eggs – whisked until fluffy
• 1 cup shredded cheese – cheddar, Monterey Jack, or your favorite
• 1 cup cooked sausage or bacon – chopped into bite-sized pieces
• 8 small flour tortillas – soft and pliable for easy rolling
• 1 tbsp olive oil – for brushing before air frying
• Salt & pepper – to season the eggs

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat the air fryer
   Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and let it heat for about 5 minutes. This ensures maximum crispiness.
2. Cook the filling
   In a bowl, whisk together eggs, salt, and pepper. Scramble them in a skillet over medium heat until just set (about 3–4 minutes). Stir in the sausage or bacon.
3. Assemble the taquitos
   Lay out tortillas on a clean surface. Add a spoonful of scrambled eggs and a sprinkle of cheese to each. Roll tightly, tucking in the sides to seal the filling. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
4. Brush & air fry
   Lightly brush each rolled taquito with olive oil. Place them seam-side down in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
5. Cook until golden
   Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.

Tips for Success

• Don’t overcrowd the air fryer—cook in batches if needed.
• Keep the rolls tight so the filling doesn’t spill out.
• Want extra crunch? Sprinkle a little shredded cheese on the outside before air frying.
• These reheat beautifully—just pop them back in the air fryer for 5 minutes at 350°F.

Variations & Add-Ins

• Veggie-packed: Add bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms to the filling.
• Spicy kick: Use pepper jack cheese or add jalapeños.
• Protein swap: Try turkey sausage, ham, or even black beans for a meatless option.
• Southwest twist: Add taco seasoning and serve with salsa verde.

Serving Suggestions

These taquitos are delicious on their own, but even better with sides and dips:

• Salsa or pico de gallo
• Creamy guacamole or avocado slices
• Sour cream or Greek yogurt for dipping
• Fresh fruit on the side for balance

Storage & Reheating

• Fridge: Store cooled taquitos in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Reheat: Air fry at 350°F for 5 minutes to restore crispiness.
• Freezer: Freeze unbaked taquitos, then air fry straight from frozen (add 2–3 minutes to cook time).

⭐ Recipe Summary
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 8 taquitos

These Air Fryer Breakfast Taquitos are the ultimate grab-and-go breakfast—crispy, cheesy, protein-packed, and endlessly customizable. A fun and delicious way to start your day!

Air Fryer Breakfast Taquitos (Crispy Morning Bites in 20 Minutes!)

If you’re looking to shake up your morning routine, these Air Fryer Breakfast Taquitos are just the thing. Crispy on the outside, cheesy and savory on the inside, they’re everything you love about breakfast—rolled up and ready to eat.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 4 large eggs – whisked until fluffy
• 1 cup shredded cheese – cheddar Monterey Jack, or your favorite
• 1 cup cooked sausage or bacon – chopped into bite-sized pieces
• 8 small flour tortillas – soft and pliable for easy rolling
• 1 tbsp olive oil – for brushing before air frying
• Salt & pepper – to season the eggs

Method

 

1. Preheat the air fryer
2. Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and let it heat for about 5 minutes. This ensures maximum crispiness.
3. Cook the filling
4. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, salt, and pepper. Scramble them in a skillet over medium heat until just set (about 3–4 minutes). Stir in the sausage or bacon.
5. Assemble the taquitos
6. Lay out tortillas on a clean surface. Add a spoonful of scrambled eggs and a sprinkle of cheese to each. Roll tightly, tucking in the sides to seal the filling. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
7. Brush & air fry
8. Lightly brush each rolled taquito with olive oil. Place them seam-side down in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
9. Cook until golden
10. Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.

Notes

Don’t overcrowd the air fryer—cook in batches if needed.

Keep the rolls tight so the filling doesn’t spill out.

Want extra crunch? Sprinkle a little shredded cheese on the outside before air frying.

These reheat beautifully—just pop them back in the air fryer for 5 minutes at 350°F.

Variations & Add-Ins

Veggie-packed: Add bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms to the filling.

Spicy kick: Use pepper jack cheese or add jalapeños.

Protein swap: Try turkey sausage, ham, or even black beans for a meatless option.

Southwest twist: Add taco seasoning and serve with salsa verde.