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High-Protein Pancake Sausage Mini Muffins

A stack of golden-brown, savory high-protein pancake sausage mini muffins piled on a white plate.
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Make these protein breakfast muffins combining savory sausage and classic pancake flavor in a convenient mini muffin size for easy meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup vanilla whey protein powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup liquid egg whites
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional, for slight sweetness)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup cooked, crumbled breakfast sausage (lean)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 24-cup mini muffin pan or use paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, protein powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk, egg whites, applesauce, maple syrup (if using), and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix. A few lumps are acceptable.
  5. Gently fold in the cooked, crumbled breakfast sausage.
  6. Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared mini muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the pan for five minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a lower-carb option, substitute half the all-purpose flour with almond flour.
  • If you prefer a less sweet flavor profile, omit the maple syrup entirely.
  • These savory pancake bites freeze well for quick grab and go breakfast options.

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