Description
Hearty savory sausage breakfast muffins combine Italian herbs and spices for a morning meal packed with protein. Cheese, eggs, and crumbled sausage create a satisfying handheld breakfast you can enjoy anywhere.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) breakfast sausage
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup (240 ml) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup (240 ml) Bisquick baking mix
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and thoroughly coat a 12-cavity muffin tray with non-stick cooking spray.
- Sausage Cooking: Sauté sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat, crumbling into small pieces until completely cooked. Drain excess grease and set aside to cool slightly.
- Egg Mixture: Whisk eggs in a large mixing bowl until uniformly blended, then fold in shredded cheddar cheese, Bisquick baking mix, and cooled sausage crumbles. Mix thoroughly to ensure even ingredient distribution.
- Filling and Baking: Portion the combined mixture into muffin cavities, filling each about 3/4 full. Transfer tray to preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, watching for golden brown tops and checking with a toothpick for doneness.
- Serving: Allow muffins to rest 3-5 minutes after removing from oven, then carefully extract and serve warm.
Notes
- Maximize Flavor Mixing: Thoroughly combine all ingredients to ensure even distribution of sausage, cheese, and eggs for a consistent taste in every bite.
- Perfect Portion Control: Fill muffin cavities only 3/4 full to allow proper rising and prevent overflow during baking.
- Drain Excess Grease: Carefully remove fat from cooked sausage to keep muffins light and prevent soggy texture.
- Make-Ahead Magic: These muffins can be refrigerated for 3-4 days or frozen for up to a month, making them an excellent meal prep option for busy mornings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg