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Sausage Breakfast Muffins

Savory Sausage Breakfast Muffins for Busy Mornings

Delicious Sausage Breakfast Muffins with savory sausage and cheddar, perfect for quick mornings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 pound Breakfast Sausage Can substitute with turkey sausage
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can use whole wheat flour
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Adjust if using table salt
  • 1/2 cup Cold Unsalted Butter Use vegan butter for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Milk Substitute with almond or soy milk for non-dairy
  • 1/4 cup Scallions Can swap with chives
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Any cheese of choice can be used
For the Sweet Glaze
  • 1/3 cup Pure Maple Syrup Honey or agave syrup can be alternatives
  • Flaky Salt Optional garnish

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Muffin Tin
  • mixing bowl
  • Pastry cutter

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a skillet over medium-high heat, add the breakfast sausage, breaking it up as it cooks for 5-7 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a 12-cup muffin tin.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and kosher salt.
  4. Cut cold unsalted butter into the dry mixture until crumbly.
  5. Pour in the milk and 1/3 cup of pure maple syrup, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the cooked sausage, chopped scallions, and sharp cheddar cheese.
  7. Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
  8. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Brush the tops with maple syrup and sprinkle with flaky salt if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 8gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These muffins can be customized with different types of sausage or vegetables. For best freshness, store in an airtight container in the fridge or freeze for later use.

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