Description
High-Protein Pancake Sausage Mini Muffins are a delightful blend of comfort and nutrition that will transport you back to those cherished Sunday mornings at Grandma’s. With the warm aroma of maple syrup and savory sausage filling your kitchen, these mini muffins pack a protein punch—perfect for busy mornings or as an on-the-go snack. Each bite-sized treat is made with wholesome ingredients, ensuring every muffin is both satisfying and nutritious. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or reheated from the freezer, these muffins are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Kodiak pancake mix (or other protein pancake mix)
- 1 lb ground sausage, browned and crumbled
- 2 cups milk (try Fairlife for extra protein)
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Colby jack)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a mini muffin tin with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together pancake mix, milk, eggs, and maple syrup until smooth.
- Gently fold in the cooked sausage and shredded cheese until evenly distributed.
- Fill each muffin cup about ¾ full with batter.
- Bake for approximately 15 minutes or until golden brown and firm to touch.
- Allow cooling in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (30g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg