High-Protein Pancake Sausage Mini Muffins
A delightful and nourishing breakfast treat combining pancakes, savory sausage, and melting cheese in mini muffin form.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 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 your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a mini muffin tin with cooking spray.
- Whisk together the pancake mix, milk, eggs, and maple syrup until smooth.
- Fold in the browned sausage and shredded cheese until evenly distributed.
- Spoon the batter into each muffin cup, filling them about three-quarters full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 15 minutes, or until golden brown and firm.
- Allow the muffins to cool slightly before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
For extra flavor, drizzle with more maple syrup or pair with hot sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.