Description
Savory Sausage Breakfast Muffins deliver hearty morning comfort with Italian sausage, sharp cheddar, and herbs nestled in a fluffy muffin base. Protein-packed and perfectly portable, these muffins offer a delicious start that keeps you satisfied through busy mornings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) breakfast sausage
- 4 eggs
Dairy and Cheese:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) Bisquick baking mix
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 12-cavity muffin tray by generously coating with non-stick cooking spray.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high temperature and thoroughly cook the sausage, breaking it into small crumbles until no pink remains. Carefully drain excess grease and allow the meat to cool slightly.
- Whisk eggs in a spacious mixing bowl until they are lightly beaten and uniform in texture.
- Incorporate shredded cheddar cheese, Bisquick baking mix, and the cooled sausage crumbles into the egg mixture. Stir comprehensively to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Distribute the combined mixture into the prepared muffin cavities, filling each approximately 3/4 full to allow room for rising during baking.
- Place the muffin tray in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, monitoring until the tops turn a rich golden brown color and a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the breakfast muffins rest for 3-5 minutes before carefully extracting them from the pan to serve warm.
Notes
- Meal prep friendly: These muffins can be made ahead, refrigerated for 3-4 days, or frozen up to one month for quick breakfast options.
- Versatile protein source: Swap pork sausage with turkey, chicken, or vegetarian alternatives to suit dietary preferences.
- Quick cooking technique: Drain sausage fat completely to prevent soggy muffins and ensure crisp, flavorful texture.
- Easy customization: Add diced bell peppers, onions, or jalapeños for extra flavor and nutrition boost.
- Storage tip: Cool muffins completely before storing to maintain crisp exterior and prevent condensation.
- Reheating recommendation: Warm refrigerated or frozen muffins in microwave for 30-45 seconds or toaster oven for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 226 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 441 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 86 mg