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Cheesy Sausage Muffins

Cheesy Sausage Muffins: Your New Favorite Breakfast Treat

Cheesy Sausage Muffins are a gluten-free, savory delight perfect for breakfast or snacks, featuring rich flavors and a fluffy texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 1 lb Ground Breakfast Sausage Cook and crumble before mixing
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with Cup4Cup gluten-free flour for gluten-free option
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Leavening agent
  • 1 tsp Salt Enhances flavor
  • 2 tbsp Maple Syrup or Sugar For sweetness
  • 1.5 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese Freshly grated for best melting
  • 1 cup Milk Regular, almond, or oat milk can be used
  • 1 large Egg Binder for muffins
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Melted and cooled
  • Optional Additional Cheese For topping

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • skillet
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a muffin tin thoroughly.
  2. Cook the ground breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until browned.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and maple syrup or sugar.
  4. Fold in the cooked sausage and grated cheese until evenly distributed.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, egg, and melted butter until well combined.
  6. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  7. Fill the muffin tin to the top with batter and sprinkle additional cheese on top.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Drain the cooked sausage well to avoid greasy muffins. Also, use freshly grated cheese for optimal melting quality.

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