Maple Breakfast Sausage

 

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Maple Breakfast Sausage

Homemade Maple Breakfast Sausage takes classic breakfast sausage and gives it a sweet twist with pure maple syrup. The mix of ground pork, sage, and warm spices makes patties that are juicy, flavorful, and freezer-friendly!

Prep Time15minutes mins

Cook Time10minutes mins

Total Time25minutes mins

Course: Breakfast

Keyword: Maple Breakfast Sausage

Servings: 14 patties

 

Calories: 187kcal

 

Author: Amanda Rettke--iamhomesteader.com

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground pork
• 1 teaspoon ground sage
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
• ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 pinch ground cloves
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• ¼ cup pure maple syrup

Instructions

• In a small bowl, whisk together sage, garlic powder, marjoram, red pepper flakes, cloves, salt, and pepper.
• Place ground pork in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the pork. 
• Drizzle in the maple syrup. Using clean hands, gently mix until the seasoning is well distributed (do not overmix).
• Divide the pork mixture into portions, about ⅓ cup each, and shape into patties. Place onto a parchment-lined sheet pan or plate until ready to cook.
• Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.*
• Lightly spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray.
• Arrange the sausage patties in a single layer in the basket. (Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to work in batches.)
• Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
• Transfer patties to a paper towel-lined plate and let rest a few minutes before serving.

Notes

*Stovetop Instructions:

1. Prepare the sausage patties as directed.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the patties in a single layer. (Cook in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding.)
3. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
4. Transfer cooked patties to a paper towel-lined plate. Let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1maple breakfast sausage patty | Calories: 187kcal