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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
Cook Time 10 minutes
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.