Description
Hearty “Savory Morning Delights” sausage muffins deliver a breakfast explosion of flavor and comfort. Packed with robust ingredients and simple preparation, these muffins promise a satisfying start that keeps you energized through morning challenges.
Ingredients
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Protein:
- 1 pound breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- Optional: diced green onions or chives for extra flavor
Instructions
- Prepare the kitchen environment by heating the oven to 375°F (190°C) and preparing a muffin tin with a light coating of grease or parchment liners.
- Combine dry ingredients in a spacious mixing bowl, creating a uniform flour mixture with baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- Whisk eggs, milk, and melted butter in a separate container until thoroughly blended, creating a smooth liquid base.
- Gently merge the wet and dry ingredients, stirring carefully to maintain a light texture. Avoid aggressive mixing to prevent dense muffins.
- Incorporate cooked sausage crumbles, sharp cheddar cheese, and optional green onions into the batter, distributing ingredients evenly throughout the mixture.
- Carefully distribute the batter into muffin compartments, filling each cup approximately three-quarters full to allow proper rising during baking.
- Transfer the muffin tin to the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, monitoring until the tops develop a golden-brown hue and a inserted toothpick emerges clean.
- Remove from oven and let the muffins rest momentarily, allowing them to set and cool slightly before extracting from the tin.
- Serve immediately while warm for optimal flavor and texture, or store in an airtight container for convenient later consumption.
Notes
- Customize sausage type by choosing spicy, mild, or turkey sausage to match personal taste preferences and dietary needs.
- Prep sausage ahead of time by cooking and cooling it completely before mixing into batter to prevent soggy muffins and maintain crisp texture.
- Substitute dairy ingredients with plant-based alternatives like almond milk and vegan cheese for lactose-intolerant or vegan individuals.
- Freeze extra muffins in airtight containers for quick weekday breakfast options, reheating directly from frozen state for convenient meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg