Sausage Breakfast Muffins (Print Version)
Delicious savory muffins combining seasoned sausage and cheddar cheese for a quick, portable breakfast option ready in 30 minutes.
# Ingredients:
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1 lb breakfast sausage (mild or spicy)
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1 cup Bisquick baking mix
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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4 large eggs
# Steps:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F and thoroughly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
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Brown the breakfast sausage in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it into small crumbles with a wooden spoon. Cook for about 8-10 minutes until no pink remains and the edges start to crisp up.
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Transfer the cooked sausage to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Let it cool for about 5 minutes before handling.
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Combine the Bisquick, drained sausage, and shredded cheddar cheese in a large mixing bowl, stirring until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
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Crack the eggs into a separate small bowl and whisk until well beaten. Pour the beaten eggs over the sausage mixture and stir until everything is thoroughly combined.
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Spoon the mixture evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full. The batter might seem stiff, but this creates that perfect savory muffin texture when baked.
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Bake for 18-20 minutes until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The muffins should look slightly puffed with crispy edges.
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Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before carefully removing them. These are delicious served warm, but they maintain their flavor perfectly at room temperature for breakfast on the go.
# Notes:
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Drain thoroughly: Make sure to remove as much grease as possible from your cooked breakfast sausage—too much fat will make your muffins greasy and prevent them from setting properly.
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Don't overmix: Once you add the beaten eggs to the dry ingredients and sausage, stir just until combined. Overmixing makes these muffins tough instead of tender.
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Properly fill cups: The ¾-full guideline is crucial—overfilled muffin cups will spill over during baking, while underfilled ones won't rise properly into that perfect domed shape.
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Check doneness carefully: These muffins can look done on top before they're fully cooked inside. Always insert a toothpick in the center to ensure it comes out clean before removing from the oven.
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Cool before storing: If preparing these for meal prep, allow the muffins to cool completely before refrigerating or freezing to prevent condensation that makes them soggy.