Cozy Morning Magic: Hearty Sausage Breakfast Muffins Recipe
Mornings come alive with these mouthwatering sausage breakfast muffins that pack a protein-rich punch.
Savory sausage breakfast muffins bring warmth and satisfaction to your early hours.
Each bite bursts with meaty flavor and tender texture that wakes up your taste buds.
Perfectly seasoned and golden brown, these muffins offer a quick and delicious start to any day.
Cheese and herbs mingle beautifully throughout the mixture, creating a comforting blend of ingredients.
Weekend brunch or rushed weekday morning – these muffins stand ready to fuel your day with deliciousness.
You’ll want to keep this recipe close for those moments when only a hearty breakfast will do.
Quick Recipe Overview
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Calories: 246 kcal
Servings: 12
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How to Bake Sausage Breakfast Muffins Quickly
Crank your oven to a toasty 375F and give your muffin tin a quick spray or liner setup.
Brown the sausage in a skillet, cooking until it’s perfectly done. Ditch any extra grease and let it hang out for a bit.
Grab a big bowl and blend eggs with milk, tossing in garlic and onion powders plus a dash of pepper and salt. Whisk until smooth and dreamy.
Scatter sausage bits into each muffin cup. Shower some cheese over the meat and then gently pour the egg mixture, filling cups about three-quarters full. Sprinkle green onions if you’re feeling fancy.
Send those muffins into the hot oven for 20-25 minutes. You’ll know they’re ready when they look golden and the eggs are set.
Give the muffins a quick five-minute chill in the pan. Then pop them out and dig in while they’re warm – or save for later snacking.
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Hearty Sausage Breakfast Muffins Recipe
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 13 1x
Description
Hearty breakfast sausage muffins deliver savory comfort with a perfect balance of protein and flavor. Southern-style ingredients blend seamlessly, creating a satisfying morning meal you’ll crave time and again.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (454 g) ground breakfast sausage
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 ml) shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup (60 ml) milk
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup (120 ml) chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 375°F and prepare a 12-cup muffin tin with non-stick spray or paper liners to ensure easy release.
- Sausage Preparation: Brown ground sausage in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, then drain excess fat and allow to cool slightly to prevent moisture accumulation.
- Flavor Foundation: Whisk eggs with milk, incorporating garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt to create a robust, well-seasoned liquid base that will infuse the muffins with depth of flavor.
- Layering Technique: Distribute cooked sausage evenly across muffin cups, then generously sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese to create a savory, melty layer that will bind the ingredients together.
- Egg Infusion: Pour seasoned egg mixture into each cup, filling to about three-quarters full, and optionally garnish with finely chopped green onions for an aromatic finish.
- Baking Finale: Place muffin tin in preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until eggs are completely set and tops achieve a golden-brown complexion.
- Serving Protocol: Allow muffins to rest in the tin for 5 minutes to firm up, then carefully extract and serve warm, or store for convenient grab-and-go breakfast options.
Notes
- Drain Sausage Thoroughly: Remove excess fat completely to prevent greasy, soggy muffins and maintain a light, crisp texture.
- Control Egg Mixture Volume: Fill muffin cups only 3/4 full to allow proper rising and prevent overflowing during baking.
- Experiment with Cheese Varieties: Swap cheddar with different cheeses like pepper jack or Swiss for unique flavor profiles and dietary variations.
- Meal Prep Friendly: These muffins can be refrigerated for 3-4 days or frozen up to 1 month, making them perfect for quick breakfast options and busy mornings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Jenna Hartley
Founder & Recipe Creator
Expertise
Education
Box Hill Institute, Melbourne
William Angliss Institute, Melbourne
Jenna is the heart of Picture Perfect Meals, turning simple ingredients into beautiful, easy‑to‑make dishes.
Growing up around family meals in Melbourne, she trained at Box Hill Institute and then perfected her pastry skills at William Angliss Institute. She loves mixing classic Australian flavors with fresh ideas to keep cooking fun and stress‑free.