Are mornings always a rush in your house? These Breakfast Sausage Muffin Cups are here to save the day! Packed with savory sausage, fresh veggies, and melty cheddar cheese, they’re portable, freezer-friendly, and perfect for reheating on busy mornings. Make a batch ahead of time and never worry about skipping breakfast again.
Ingredients for Breakfast Sausage Muffin Cups
Here’s what you’ll need:
- 2 large green onions, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup (75 g) red bell peppers, finely chopped
- 2 large mushrooms, washed, thinly sliced, and quartered
- 6 large organic, free-run eggs, beaten
- 5–6 dashes hot sauce (such as Cholula®)
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste (mixed peppercorns recommended)
- 1 pinch (0.5 g) ground Himalayan sea salt
- 1 pound (450 g) breakfast Italian pork sausage
- 1 1/2 cups (180 g) aged cheddar cheese, grated
Step-by-Step Instructions for Breakfast Sausage Muffin Cups
1. Prepare the Oven and Muffin Pan
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Spray a muffin pan (choose a 6, 12, or 24-cup size depending on your preference) with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
2. Cook the Sausage Mixture
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the sausage, breaking it into small pieces as it browns.
- After about 3 minutes of cooking, add the red peppers and mushrooms. Sauté for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the chopped green onions and continue cooking until the sausage is fully cooked, about 2 more minutes.
- Remove from heat and drain the mixture in a colander to remove excess grease.
3. Prepare the Egg Mixture
- In a large measuring cup, whisk together the beaten eggs, hot sauce, black pepper, and salt until well combined.
4. Combine and Fill the Muffin Cups
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained sausage mixture, egg mixture, and grated cheddar cheese. Stir until everything is evenly blended.
- Divide the mixture evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling them nearly to the top.
5. Bake to Perfection
- Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick or cake tester inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Serving and Storage Tips
These sausage muffin cups are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven but are also great for meal prep. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage. To reheat, simply microwave for 30–60 seconds until warmed through.
Breakfast Sausage Muffin Cups are the ultimate grab-and-go breakfast solution. Packed with protein and bursting with flavor, they’re perfect for busy mornings, road trips, or even as a midday snack. Easy to make and even easier to store, these muffins ensure you’ll always have a delicious and satisfying breakfast ready when you need it. Try them today and transform your mornings!
