High-Protein Pancake Sausage Mini Muffins

Introduction

High-Protein Pancake Sausage Mini Muffins are an unbeatable combination of convenience, nutrition, and crowd-pleasing flavor. These bite-sized breakfast treats deliver the comfort of fluffy pancakes and savory sausage, all packed with enough protein to keep you fueled for hours. Whether you’re feeding kids before school, prepping a week’s worth of grab-and-go breakfasts, or looking for an energizing post-workout snack, these mini muffins fit the bill beautifully.

Why You’ll Love These Muffins

Each muffin offers a balanced blend of sweet and savory, pairing breakfast sausage bits with a tender, slightly sweet pancake batter. Boosted with protein powder and made in mini muffin form, they’re portable, portion-controlled, and great both warm and cold. They freeze and reheat perfectly, making them a go-to for busy mornings. Plus, the recipe is endlessly customizable with your favorite add-ins.

Essential Prep for Perfect Pancake Sausage Mini Muffins

For superior texture and rise, carefully measure each ingredient. Using a Amazon Basics Digital Kitchen Scale with LCD Display, Black and Stainless Steel helps you achieve consistent muffins batch after batch, preventing dry or dense results. For chopping cooked sausage or any veggies, a Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper speeds up prep and guarantees even pieces in every bite.

Line your mini muffin tin with a strip of Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll for easy removal and cleanup. This little step makes breakfast batch cooking a breeze.

Mixing, Filling, and Baking Steps

Whisk wet and dry ingredients separately, then combine just until incorporated to keep the muffins tender and light. Use a scoop or a small measuring cup to ensure evenly sized muffins, maximizing that classic domed top. A SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch will make cooking sausage effortless, ensuring it’s nice and caramelized before adding to the batter.

Bake until the muffins are golden and springy, resisting the urge to overbake, which can dry them out. Let them cool slightly before serving for the best flavor and crumb.

Serving and Storage Tips

Serve your High-Protein Pancake Sausage Mini Muffins hot with a side of fruit, or pack them into a Bentgo Salad Container – 54 oz Bowl, Khaki Green for breakfast on the go. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer; simply reheat in the microwave or air fryer for fresh-from-the-oven taste.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields about 24 mini muffins, with each muffin containing roughly 70–90 calories and 5–7g of protein (depending on your sausage and protein powder). They’re a filling, better-for-you option that doesn’t sacrifice flavor.

High-Protein Pancake Sausage Mini Muffins (Recap)

These mini muffins combine pancake comfort and savory sausage in a high-protein, portable package. Ideal for meal prepping, snacking, or feeding a crowd, they’re your answer to delicious and energizing mornings.

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a 24-cup mini muffin tin with strips of Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll for easy removal.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, protein powder, baking powder, salt, and coconut or brown sugar.
3. In another bowl, beat eggs, then add milk, melted coconut oil or butter, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry, stirring just until combined (some lumps are okay). Do not overmix.
5. Stir in cooked sausage and any optional mix-ins (cheese, veggies).
6. Use a small scoop or spoon to divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling them almost to the top.
7. Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until the muffins are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack. Serve warm, or store for up to 4 days in the fridge and reheat as needed.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 14 minutes

Total Time: 29 minutes

Enjoy a batch of High-Protein Pancake Sausage Mini Muffins as your new go-to breakfast for busy days, meal prepping, or simply a delicious way to power up your morning!