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Sausage Breakfast Muffins

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  • Author: KimEasy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A quick and easy breakfast option packed with savory sausage, fluffy eggs, and melted cheese. These muffins are perfect for meal prep or grab-and-go mornings!


Ingredients

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  • 8 oz breakfast sausage (pork, turkey, or plant-based)
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk (any type: whole, skim, or plant-based)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
  • 1/4 cup diced onion
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh spinach (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven:ย Set the oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
  2. Cook sausage:ย In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease and set aside to cool slightly.
  3. Whisk eggs:ย In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Combine ingredients:ย Stir in the cooked sausage, shredded cheese, bell peppers, onion, and spinach (if using).
  5. Fill muffin tin:ย Evenly distribute the mixture into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake:ย Bake for 18โ€“22 minutes or until the muffins are set in the center and lightly golden around the edges.
  7. Cool:ย Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

  • These muffins can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
  • To reheat, microwave for 20โ€“30 seconds from the fridge or 60โ€“90 seconds from frozen.
  • Swap the sausage for cooked bacon, ham, or a vegetarian alternative to customize the flavor.