Description
Sizzling “crispy sausage & hash brown poppers” deliver irresistible morning magic with compact flavor explosions. Compact bites pack hearty breakfast comfort perfect for quick weekday mornings or leisurely weekend gatherings you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (454 grams) hot sausage, uncooked
- 1/2 (30 to 32-oz or 850 to 907 grams) package frozen shredded hash brown potatoes (about 4 cups)
- 1 1/2 cups (170 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
Binding/Flavor Ingredients:
- 1 (8-oz or 227 grams) package cream cheese, softened
Dry Mix Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (188 grams) Bisquick
Instructions
- Prepare a mini muffin tin by lightly coating each cavity with olive oil or butter to prevent sticking.
- Heat a skillet over medium flame and thoroughly cook the sausage, breaking it into small crumbles until no pink remains. Carefully drain off any excess fat.
- Combine the thawed hashbrowns, fully cooked sausage, shredded cheese, whisked eggs, and milk in a large mixing bowl. Season the mixture with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Gently fold all ingredients together until evenly distributed, ensuring each component is well incorporated.
- Distribute the mixture evenly into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cavity approximately three-quarters full. Use the back of a spoon to lightly compress the mixture, creating compact poppers.
- Transfer the muffin tin to a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes, watching for a golden-brown exterior and crispy edges.
- Remove from the oven and allow the poppers to rest for 3-5 minutes, which helps them set and makes removal easier.
- Carefully extract the poppers from the tin using a small offset spatula or butter knife. Serve immediately while warm and enjoy these delightful breakfast bites.
Notes
- Customize the seasoning by experimenting with different spices like smoked paprika or dried herbs to elevate the flavor profile.
- Swap traditional pork sausage with turkey or plant-based alternatives for a lighter, diet-friendly version that maintains the same delicious texture.
- Prepare the poppers ahead of time by assembling and refrigerating overnight, then bake fresh in the morning for a quick and convenient breakfast option.
- Ensure crispy edges by pressing the mixture firmly into the muffin tin and using a well-greased pan to prevent sticking and promote even browning.
- Prep Time: 15minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg