Description
Hearty sausage breakfast muffins blend savory flavors with morning comfort. Cheese, herbs, and perfectly seasoned sausage create a satisfying start you’ll crave each morning.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) breakfast sausage
- 6 large eggs
Dairy:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) milk
- 1 cup (100 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup (120 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 375F (190C) and prepare a muffin tin with cooking spray or paper liners.
- Sauté sausage in a skillet over medium heat until thoroughly cooked and crispy, then carefully drain off any accumulated fat.
- Whisk eggs with milk, incorporating salt and pepper to create a smooth, well-seasoned liquid base.
- Combine flour and baking powder in a separate mixing bowl, creating a light dry ingredient mixture.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture, ensuring no lumps remain in the batter.
- Incorporate the cooked sausage and shredded cheese into the mixture, distributing ingredients evenly throughout the batter.
- Carefully portion the mixture into prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full for optimal rising.
- Transfer the muffin tin to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the tops turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and allow muffins to rest for 5 minutes, helping them set and cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Choose lean sausage varieties to reduce overall fat content and create a healthier breakfast option.
- Experiment with turkey or chicken sausage for a lighter protein alternative that still delivers incredible flavor.
- Prep ingredients beforehand and store in refrigerator to streamline morning cooking process and save valuable time.
- Consider freezing extra muffins for quick grab-and-go breakfasts during busy weekdays, ensuring delicious meal prep with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 231 kcal
- Sugar: 0.4 g
- Sodium: 326 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg