Sausage Breakfast Muffins
Savor the morning with these delicious Sausage Breakfast Muffins, perfect for busy days and cozy brunches alike. Fluffy and packed with savory breakfast sausage, melty cheddar cheese, and a hint of spices, these muffins are not only easy to make but also incredibly versatile. Customize them with your favorite veggies or alternative proteins for a delightful twist. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or store some for later—either way, they’re sure to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup breakfast sausage (cooked and crumbled)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned. Drain excess grease and let it cool.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and mix in cheese and cooked sausage.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed.
- Fill greased muffin tins two-thirds full and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg