Are you always running behind in the morning? Would a tasty, grab-and-go breakfast help simplify the busiest, craziest part of your day? Then my Easy Sausage Muffins will be perfect for you! They’re deliciously savory breakfast muffins full of sausage, eggs, and Cheddar cheese.
Parents in a rush. Kids searching for books and backpacks. Early mornings are hectic for even the most organized families.
I remember those days so well. Always a rush to get out the door to school and work and always a struggle to get something decent on the table for breakfast.
Isn’t it nice to have an easy recipe in your arsenal for those busy mornings when you want more than a cold bowl of cereal? Something savory and hearty like these Easy Sausage Muffins.
This recipe is so simple, with only four ingredients and minimal prep time. These savory breakfast muffins are very much like the classic sausage balls but with lots less hands-on time. The packaged baking mix in the recipe is a huge time saver.
You can make a big batch of this Bisquick sausage muffin recipe on the weekend and store them in the fridge. A quick zap in the microwave, and you have a nice, warm, cheese-y muffin full of sausage that will carry you right through to lunch.
Recipe Snapshot
Cuisine: American
Cooking Method: Oven/Stovetop
Total Time: 35 Minutes
Servings: 12
Primary Ingredient(s): Baking mix, sausage, cheese
Skill Level: Easy
What You’ll Like About This Recipe
- It’s so simple! Just four ingredients.
- It’s easy to make ahead and reheat when needed.
- It’s healthier, tastes better, and is cheaper than fast-food breakfasts.
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING …
“These were FANTASTIC and so easy to make. This recipe is a keeper.”
— Mia
Ingredient Notes
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- Bulk Breakfast Sausage – Choose, mild, medium, or hot according to your preference.
- Baking Mix – I recommend Bisquick, but any brand of baking mix you like is just fine.
- Eggs — Just standard large eggs.
- Cheddar Cheese – I prefer extra sharp Cheddar.
The complete ingredient list with detailed measurements is included in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
You’ll also find this recipe in my cookbook!
You can see this recipe on page 55 of my cookbook, My Southern Table! Get your signed copy today.
How to Make Easy Sausage Muffins
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 12-cup muffin pan and set it aside.
- Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat until no pink color remains. As the sausage cooks, break it up using a potato masher or large fork so that it is crumbly and loose. Drain as much fat as possible from the cooked sausage.
- In a large bowl, add the eggs, shredded cheese, cooked drained sausage, and baking mix. Stir until thoroughly combined.
- Fill the prepared muffin cups about 3/4 full.
- Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until golden brown on top.
PRO TIP: THEY’RE NOT JUST FOR BREAKFAST! Bake these in mini-muffin tins and serve them with your game day spread! They’re great with a little spicy mustard to spread on top and your favorite adult beverage. They’re also delicious when drizzled with a bit of maple syrup.
Substitutions and Add-Ins
Some great ideas for varying this recipe to make it your own:
- Substitute bacon or ham for the breakfast sausage.
- Use turkey sausage instead of pork sausage.
- Use your favorite cheese. If you don’t care for Cheddar, you can always substitute Monterey Jack, Colby, American, Gouda, or Swiss.
- Choose mild, medium, or hot sausage according to your preference, or use a sage-flavored or maple-flavored sausage.
- Great add-ins are finely diced green onions, jalapenos, or bell peppers, or try about 3/4 cup of cooked, very well-drained greens such as fresh spinach or kale.
- If you don’t have baking mix (Bisquick) on hand, you can easily make your own with this recipe.
Recipe Variations
- Add 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper to the mixture.
- For a different flavor profile, try using pepper jack cheese with the addition of jalapenos in the batter.
- Try an Italian version using Italian sausage and grated Parmesan or mozzarella cheese.
Storage Information
Store the muffins in an airtight container or wrap individual sausage cheese muffins in plastic wrap and keep them in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For longer storage, wrap well and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw frozen muffins in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
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Questions about Easy Sausage Muffins
Reheat refrigerated muffins wrapped in a paper towel for up to 60 seconds in the microwave. Frozen muffins should be defrosted overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
These muffins are great with a side of mixed fresh fruit, a mixture of chopped tomatoes and diced avocado, and, of course, juice, tea, coffee, or milk to drink. They’re also delicious alongside soups and stews at lunch or dinner!
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Easy Sausage Muffins
Ingredients
- 1 pound bulk breakfast sausage
- 4 eggs lightly beaten
- 1 cup sharp Cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 cup baking mix recommend: Bisquick
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 12-cup muffin pan and set aside.
- Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat until no pink color remains. As the sausage cooks, break it up using a potato masher or large fork so that it is crumbly and loose. Drain as much fat as possible from the cooked sausage.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs, shredded cheese, cooked drained sausage and baking mix. Stir until thoroughly combined.
- Fill muffin cups about 3/4 full. Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until golden brown on top.
Notes
- To store: Wrap individual muffins in plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for as much as 5 days. For longer storage, wrap well and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- To reheat: Reheat refrigerated muffins for up to 60 seconds in the microwave. Frozen muffins should be defrosted overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information is calculated by software based on the ingredients in each recipe. It is an estimate only and is provided for informational purposes. You should consult your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian if precise nutrition calculations are needed for health reasons.
— This post was originally published on August 29, 2014. It has been updated with new photos and additional information.
I’m Lana Stuart, an award-winning cookbook author, food blogger, and lifelong cook raised deep in Southwest Georgia. I started Lana’s Cooking in 2009 to share the tried-and-true recipes I grew up with. Around here, the food is full of flavor, the traditions run deep, and there’s always room at the table.
I bet these muffins would be so good with Red Lobster cheddar bay mix! I make my sausage balls with the cheddar bay mix and jalapeño pimento cheese!
What a great idea! I’m going to try that soon.
These were delicious! I used turkey sausage and added a light sprinkle of salt, pepper, and garlic powder. YUM!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
made these tonight, the taste was very good but we found them very dry
This recipe looks so good, I’m going to make this for my family on Thanksgiving morning. Thanks for providing the recipe.
My pleasure! I hope your family enjoys it!
I cut the recipe in half since it’s just 2 of us. I used my homemade pork sausage that I seasoned with sage. We used 100% Pure Maple syrup for dipping. These were FANTASTIC and so easy to make. This recipe is a keeper. Thanks for sharing.
So glad you like the recipe, Mia!