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Sausage Muffins with Gravy

Quick and easy sausage muffins topped with rich gravy, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Muffin Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled Use hot, cooked sausage with excess fat drained.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice) Can substitute with pepper jack or mozzarella.
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • to taste gravy (for serving) Prepare simple pan gravy.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and vegetable oil.
  4. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Fold in the cooked sausage and shredded cheese.
  6. Pour the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let them cool for a few minutes before removing from the tin.
Serving
  1. Serve the muffins warm. Spoon hot gravy over each muffin.
  2. Add a side of fresh fruit or a light salad.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter. Stir until just combined. Fill muffin cups about 2/3 full for best rise. Make the gravy while muffins bake to serve hot.