4-Ingredient Cheesy Sausage Muffins

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Description

These cheesy sausage muffins are the ultimate grab-and-go breakfast! Perfectly portioned, loaded with protein, and incredibly easy to make. Just 4 ingredients, minimal prep, and you’ll have a week’s worth of breakfast in no time. Great for meal prep, parties, or snacks.

Ingredients For 4-Ingredient Cheesy Sausage Muffins

  1. 1 lb breakfast sausage (pork, turkey, or chicken – your choice)

  2. 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar and mozzarella)

  3. 4 large eggs

  4. 1 cup Bisquick baking mix (or any pancake/biscuit mix)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line or grease a muffin tin.

  2. Cook sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease.

  3. In a large bowl, mix together the cooked sausage, shredded cheese, eggs, and Bisquick until well combined.

  4. Spoon mixture evenly into the muffin cups (fill about 3/4 full).

  5. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

  6. Cool slightly before serving or storing.

Notes & Tips

  • Make it spicy: Add diced jalapeños or pepper jack cheese.

  • Veggie boost: Add chopped bell peppers, onions, or spinach.

  • Dairy-free option: Use dairy-free cheese and a baking mix without milk powder.

  • Storage: Keep in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave.

Servings

  • Makes 12 muffins

  • Serving size: 1 muffin

Nutritional Info (Approx. per muffin)

  • Calories: ~180–220

  • Protein: ~10–12g

  • Carbs: ~6–8g

  • Fat: ~14–16g

(Values may vary depending on the sausage and cheese used.)

Benefits

  • High-protein – Keeps you full longer

  • Low-carb option – Great for keto (use low-carb baking mix)

  • Freezer-friendly – Meal prep dream

  • Kid-approved – Tasty and fun to eat

Q&A

Q: Can I make these without Bisquick?
A: Yes! Replace it with 1 cup of a DIY mix: 1 cup flour + 1 tsp baking powder + ½ tsp salt + 1 tbsp cold butter.

Q: How do I keep them from sticking to the liners?
A: Use parchment paper liners or spray regular liners lightly with cooking spray.

Q: Can I double the recipe?
A: Absolutely! Just bake in batches or use multiple muffin tins.

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