Sausage Muffins

These kicked-up Sausage Muffins are packed with savory breakfast sausage, simple seasonings, and plenty of melty cheddar cheese. Baked to golden perfection, they feature a tender crumb with a rich, cheesy finish in every bite. Perfect for busy mornings, brunch spreads, or meal prep, these savory breakfast muffins pair beautifully with a hot cup of coffee and are guaranteed to jump-start your day.

Easy Sausage Muffins Recipe

This recipe has evolved in my kitchen ever since I first spotted it in Southern Living several years ago. The first time I made these savory muffins, I followed the instructions exactly and found them both easy to prepare and delicious. Over time, I’ve tweaked the original recipe, adding a few extra ingredients to better suit my family’s tastes. Using fiesta nacho cheese soup adds just a touch of heat and extra richness, giving the muffins more depth of flavor without making them overly spicy.

Checkout this quick list of key ingredients you’ll need to make savory Sausage Muffins: (Scroll down for full printable recipe card.)

• Sausage – One pound breakfast sausage like Jimmy Dean or similar.
• Flour – Biscuit baking mix i.e. Bisquick or a similar store brand forms the vase of the muffin batter.
• Soup – One can of condensed cheddar cheese soup (or fiesta nacho cheese soup) gives the muffins a cheesy flavor and tender texture.
• Cheese – Shredded sharp cheddar cheese for a melty cheesy flavor.
• Onions – Green onions for just a hint of color and onion flavor.
• Spices – Garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, ground mustard.
• Buttermilk – Buttermilk for moisture.

How to Make the Best Sausage Muffins Recipe

• Heat Oven and Prepare Muffin Pans – Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spray 14 regular sized muffin cups with cooking spray.
• Cook Sausage – In a skillet on the stove top brown the sausage over medium-high heat until no pink remains. Drain any excess fat from the pan. 
• Sift the Dry Ingredients with the Sausage – Mix together the crumbled sausage, baking mix, 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese, chopped green onions and seasonings. Mix well.
• Whisk Wet Ingredients – Whisk together the soup and buttermilk until no lumps are visible. Add to the dry ingredients. Mix until thoroughly moistened.
• Transfer Muffin Batter to Prepared Pans – Divide the mixture evenly among the muffin cups and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese cheese on top.
• Oven – Bake per the recipe until the tops are lightly golden brown. Serve immediately.

Kitchen Equipment to Make Sausage Muffins with Cheddar Cheese Soup

• Two standard size cupcake pans.
• Large skillet.
• Large bowl and medium bowl.
• Hand mixer.
• Balloon whisk.
• Measuring cups and spoons.
• Cheese grater.
• Ice cream scoop and wire rack.

Recipe Variations, Tips and Substitutions

• Biscuit Mix – You can use a brand like Bisquick or a private label brand of biscuit baking mix that you already enjoy for these muffins.
• Soup – Canned soup is an unusual addition to the batter for these sausage muffins. Thar said, it’s necessary and adds an amazing flavor to the easy muffin batter. It’s the secret ingredient and no one will ever guess it’s in there! You can use plain cheddar cheese soup, fiesta nacho cheese soup or spicy nacho soup.
• Protein – You can make these muffins using different types of sausage such as andouille sausage, turkey sausage, Italian sausage or chorizo, to change the flavor profile.
• Cheese – You can use pepper jack cheese in place of the cheddar cheese for a hint of spice. Please note, should you choose to do so, you may want to omit the cayenne pepper.
• Mini Muffins – You can adapt this recipe using mini muffin pans. They’re a tasty option for serving as an appetizer for the holidays or weekend brunching with friends. They will bake much more quickly, so check them around 10 minutes and adjust the baking time from that point.

Storage and Leftovers

• Leftovers – Store baked Sausage Muffins chilled in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• Freezer – You can also freeze these muffins for up to 2 months.
• Reheating – Reheat muffins in single servings in the microwave.

More Easy Muffins and Bread Recipes to Make

• These Pull Apart Cinnamon Sugar Bread Sticks have a cream cheese frosting for dipping.
• Italian Herb Beer Bread doesn’t require any yeast or rising time.
• These Kickin’ Crab Corn Muffins are a fabulous side dish for a cup of soup or chowder.
• Bundt Pan Bacon Egg and Cheese Brunch Bread is an edible centerpiece.
• These Broccoli Cheddar Corn Muffins will have the kids eating their veggies and loving it!
• Cinnamon Roll French Bread is toasted in the oven then sliced for serving.
• These bakery style Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins are a delight with a cup of coffee or tea.
• Lemon Muffins from Southern Living.

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Helpful Kitchen Items:

• Muffin and Cupcake Pan
• Mixing Bowls
• Hand Mixer
• Measuring Set