Cheesy Sausage Muffins are a perfect make-ahead breakfast or snack that’s hearty, savory, and loaded with flavor. They combine sausage, cheese, and a fluffy muffin base into individual servings that are both convenient and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground breakfast sausage
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
- Cook sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain and let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, sour cream, and melted butter until smooth.
- Stir wet mixture into dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in cooked sausage and 1 1/2 cups of the cheese.
- Spoon batter evenly into muffin cups. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool slightly before serving warm.
- Spicy Kick: Use hot sausage or add chopped jalapeños.
- Cheese Swap: Try Monterey Jack, Colby, or pepper jack cheese.
- Veggie Boost: Add diced bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms.
- Mini Muffins: Make bite-sized versions for parties or snacks.