Description

Sausage Pancake Bites are a delightful breakfast treat combining fluffy pancake batter with savory breakfast sausage pieces, baked into convenient mini muffins perfect for on-the-go mornings or a fun brunch option. These bite-sized morsels boast a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, complemented by a tender golden crust and soft interior, ideal for dipping in maple syrup.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

¾ cup buttermilk
1 large egg
1 tablespoon melted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Others

12 fully cooked breakfast sausage links, cut into thirds
Nonstick cooking spray or additional melted butter for greasing the muffin tin

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin tin using nonstick cooking spray or melted butter to prevent sticking.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined, ensuring an even rise in your bites.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract together until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
Combine Batter: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a fluffy texture in the pancakes.
Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of batter into each mini muffin cup, filling them about three-quarters full for proper rise.
Add Sausage Pieces: Press one piece of the cut sausage link firmly into the center of each batter-filled cup to evenly distribute the savory flavor.
Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the tops turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted near the edge comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Allow the bites to cool slightly in the pan before carefully removing them. Serve warm with maple syrup for dipping and enjoy!

Notes

You can use frozen, fully cooked sausage links; just ensure they are thawed before cutting and using in the recipe.
These sausage pancake bites can be prepared ahead of time and reheated quickly in the microwave for a fast breakfast option.
Try experimenting with different flavored sausages, such as maple or spicy varieties, to add a unique twist to the bites.