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Protein Pancake Sausage Muffins Recipe

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  • Author: Hailey
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

Description

Protein Pancake Sausage Muffins offer a delicious and hearty breakfast option combining fluffy protein-packed pancake batter with savory breakfast sausage and vegetables. These muffins are baked to golden perfection and can be topped with cheddar cheese and served with maple syrup for added flavor. Perfect for meal prep or a grab-and-go morning treat.

Ingredients

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Protein Pancake Batter

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
  • 1 ripe banana
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Sausage Filling

  • 1 pound breakfast sausage (pork, turkey, or chicken)
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (any color)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried sage (optional)

Additional

  • Cooking spray
  • Maple syrup, for serving (optional)
  • Shredded cheddar cheese, for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sausage Filling: In a large skillet over medium heat, crumble the breakfast sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease to reduce fat content.
  2. Cook Vegetables: Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
  3. Add Seasonings: Stir in the minced garlic, black pepper, and dried sage if using. Cook for another minute to release the flavors, then remove from heat and set aside.
  4. Make the Protein Pancake Batter: In a blender, combine rolled oats, protein powder, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt to create the dry base.
  5. Add Wet Ingredients: Add banana, milk, and egg to the blender and blend until the mixture is completely smooth, scraping down the sides as necessary to incorporate all ingredients.
  6. Finish Batter: Stir in the vanilla extract and let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes to hydrate the oats and improve texture (optional step).
  7. Preheat and Prep Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin thoroughly with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  8. Fill Muffin Cups Partially: Pour a small amount of pancake batter into each muffin cup, filling about one-third full to create a base layer.
  9. Add Sausage Mixture: Spoon a generous amount of the prepared sausage and vegetable mixture over the pancake batter in each muffin cup.
  10. Top with Remaining Batter: Pour the rest of the pancake batter over the sausage filling, filling each cup nearly to the top.
  11. Add Cheese (Optional): Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of each muffin for an extra cheesy flavor and appealing golden crust.
  12. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the muffins turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  13. Cool and Serve: Allow muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm with maple syrup if desired for a touch of sweetness.

Notes

  • Use your preferred type of breakfast sausage such as pork, turkey, or chicken to fit dietary needs.
  • The protein powder can be whey or plant-based depending on preference or dietary restrictions.
  • Letting the batter rest is optional but recommended for better texture.
  • Adding shredded cheddar cheese is optional but adds a nice savory touch.
  • Maple syrup serving is optional and adds sweetness balance to the savory flavors.
  • These muffins can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for meal prep.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: protein pancakes, sausage muffins, breakfast muffins, healthy breakfast, protein breakfast, savory muffins

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