Description
Savory sausage breakfast muffins deliver morning comfort with hearty Italian sausage and sharp cheddar cheese. Quick breakfast lovers will appreciate these grab-and-go protein-packed morsels that satisfy hunger and delight taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground sausage
- 6 large eggs
Dairy:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) milk
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 375F (190C) and thoroughly coat a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.
- Sauté the sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it into small crumbles until completely browned and no pink remains; carefully drain off any accumulated fat.
- Whisk eggs with milk, incorporating salt and pepper until the mixture is smooth and well-blended.
- Fold the cooked sausage, shredded cheese, flour, and baking powder into the egg mixture, stirring gently until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Carefully spoon the mixture into each muffin cup, filling them approximately three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, watching for a golden-brown top and firm center that springs back when lightly touched.
- Remove from oven and allow muffins to rest in the tin for 3-5 minutes, which helps them set and makes removal easier.
- Gently loosen edges with a butter knife and transfer muffins to a serving plate, enjoying while warm.
Notes
- Make sure to drain sausage thoroughly to prevent greasy muffins and maintain a light, fluffy texture.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar, pepper jack, or feta for unique flavor profiles.
- Swap regular flour with gluten-free alternatives for those with wheat sensitivities, ensuring the same delicious result.
- Prep these muffins ahead of time and refrigerate or freeze for quick, protein-packed breakfasts during busy mornings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 227 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 386 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg