Breakfast Muffins
These delightful Breakfast Muffins filled with savory sausage, fresh vegetables, and cheese are the perfect start to your day, bringing warmth and memories to your breakfast table.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour The foundation of our muffins that gives them structure.
- 1/2 cup cornmeal Adds texture and sweetness.
- 1 tablespoon baking powder Makes the muffins fluffy.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances flavors.
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup milk You can use almond or oat milk for a non-dairy option.
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil Keeps muffins tender.
- 2 large eggs Binds ingredients together.
Fillings
- 1 cup cooked pork sausage, crumbled The star ingredient for savory flavor.
- 1/2 cup sweet red bell pepper, diced Adds color and sweetness.
- 1/4 cup green chiles, diced Brings a little heat.
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded Extra indulgence that enhances flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, and eggs.
- Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until no flour is visible.
- Fold in the crumbled sausage, diced red bell pepper, green chiles, and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Spoon the mixture into the muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
Baking
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let them cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Serving
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Let wet ingredients come to room temperature for better blending. For a richer flavor, use melted butter instead of oil.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 320mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
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