Instructions:
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Step 2:In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and cooked through, breaking it up into crumbles with a spatula.
- Step 3:Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Step 4:Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until wilted. Remove the skillet from the heat and let the sausage and vegetable mixture cool slightly.
- Step 5:In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and black pepper.
- Step 6:In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, and eggs until well combined.
- Step 7:Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Step 8:Add the cooked sausage and vegetable mixture to the batter, along with the shredded cheddar cheese. Gently fold the ingredients together until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Step 9:Spoon the muffin batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup almost to the top. Optional: sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or chives on top of each muffin for extra flavor and visual appeal.
- Step 10:Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Step 11:Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for a few minutes. Transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely, or serve them warm for immediate enjoyment.
- Step 12:These Sausage Breakfast Muffins are delicious on their own, but you can also serve them with a side of salsa, hot sauce, or avocado slices for extra flavor.
With their savory sausage, tender vegetables, and cheesy goodness, Sausage Breakfast Muffins are a delightful way to kick-start your day. Whether enjoyed at home or on the go, these muffins are sure to satisfy your morning cravings and leave you ready to tackle whatever the day may bring. So whip up a batch of these tasty muffins and enjoy a delicious breakfast that's bursting with flavor
