Servings: 12 mini muffin bites
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 18–22 minutes
🧾 Ingredients
- 8 oz (225 g) breakfast sausage (chicken, turkey, or pork)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Colby-Jack, or mozzarella)
- 4 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk (or unsweetened almond milk)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour or almond flour (low-carb option)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon paprika or garlic powder (optional)
- Optional add-ins: diced bell peppers, onions, spinach, or green onions
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a mini muffin pan.
- Cook sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Whisk eggs with milk, pepper, spices, and baking powder.
- Stir in flour, cheese, cooked sausage, and any add-ins.
- Fill muffin cups about ¾ full.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, until set and lightly golden.
- Cool slightly, then remove and serve.
💡 Variations & Tips
- Low-carb/keto: Use almond flour or skip flour entirely (egg-based bites)
- Spicy: Add red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños
- Extra cheesy: Sprinkle cheese on top before baking
- Make ahead: Store in fridge up to 4 days or freeze up to 2 months
🔥 Serving Ideas
- With fresh fruit for breakfast
- With a side salad for lunch
- On a brunch board with dips
