Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin or line with paper liners.
- Cook the Sausage:
- In a skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat until fully browned and cooked through, breaking it into crumbles. Drain off any excess grease and set the sausage aside to cool slightly.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Prepare the Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, and melted butter until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Then, fold in the cooked sausage and shredded cheese, making sure everything is evenly distributed.
- Scoop the Batter:
- Spoon the muffin batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Serve warm, and enjoy!
Tips:
- Make-Ahead: These muffins can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. You can also freeze them for longer storage; just reheat in the microwave or oven.
- Variations: Add chopped veggies like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition, or swap cheddar cheese for another favorite like mozzarella or pepper jack.
- Spicy Version: For a bit of heat, use spicy breakfast sausage and add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
These Sausage Muffins are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even as a savory snack! They are easy to make and so flavorful.