Description
Sausage Breakfast Muffins are crispy on the outside, juicy and flavorful on the inside, combining savory breakfast sausage and melted cheddar cheese in every bite. These muffins make a perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack, baked to golden perfection with a tender crumb.
Ingredients
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For the Muffins:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for baking the muffins evenly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper to evenly distribute the leavening agent and seasonings.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the milk, vegetable oil, and eggs until the mixture is smooth and fully combined, creating the liquid base for the batter.
- Make the Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender.
- Add Sausage and Cheese: Gently fold in the cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage along with the shredded cheddar cheese, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Prepare Muffin Tin: Grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners to prevent sticking and make removal easier.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them firm up and prevents sogginess.
Notes
- Use cooked sausage to avoid excess grease in the batter and to ensure safety.
- You can substitute milk with buttermilk for a tangier flavor and fluffier texture.
- Cheddar cheese can be replaced with your favorite cheese like mozzarella or pepper jack for variation.
- These muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
- Reheat muffins in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or in the oven for a few minutes before serving.