Description
These homemade sausage muffins are the ultimate savory breakfast treat! Soft, fluffy muffins are packed with juicy sausage, gooey cheese, and a touch of seasoning. Perfect for meal prep, busy mornings, or a grab-and-go snack, they’re a protein-packed way to start your day on a delicious note.
Ingredients
- Breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Salt
- Sugar
- Cheddar cheese, shredded
- Eggs
- Milk
- Butter, melted
- Optional: diced green onions or chives for extra flavor
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- Prepare the Batter:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, and melted butter until combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Add Sausage and Cheese:
- Fold in the cooked sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, and optional green onions or chives.
- Fill Muffin Tins:
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake:
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the muffins to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or store for later.
Notes
- Substitute sausage with cooked bacon or diced ham for variation.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
- Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds or in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg