Sausage Cups Recipe
Description:
This Sausage Cups recipe has its origins from a Sunday School brunch, where one of the ladies brought these delightful treats to share. They were an instant hit, so much so that I begged for the recipe and adapted it slightly to suit my family’s preferences. Even my notoriously picky 9-year-old devoured four in one sitting! The recipe has been modified to my liking, particularly with the choice of sausage and cheese, but it’s still incredibly easy and quick to make. Ideal for breakfast or brunch, these little savory bites are sure to please any crowd.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes
Recipe Category: Breakfast
Keywords: Pork, Cheese, Meat, Brunch, Under 30 Minutes, Oven, Easy
Ingredients and Quantities
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Bulk sausage | 1 pound |
| Sharp cheddar cheese | 1 cup (or more, to taste) |
| Eggs | 4 (or 6 for extra fluffiness) |
| Refrigerated biscuits (Grands Flaky Layers recommended) | 1 can (makes 24 biscuit cups) |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrition Facts | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 74.9 kcal |
| Fat Content | 5.9 g |
| Saturated Fat Content | 2.2 g |
| Cholesterol Content | 54 mg |
| Sodium Content | 136.8 mg |
| Carbohydrate Content | 0.1 g |
| Fiber Content | 0 g |
| Sugar Content | 0.1 g |
| Protein Content | 5 g |
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C), ensuring that it reaches the correct temperature for baking. -
Cook the Sausage:
- Crumble the sausage into a microwave-safe container. Microwave it on high for 2 minutes to partially cook the meat.
- Stir the sausage and return it to the microwave for an additional minute to ensure the sausage is thoroughly cooked.
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Prepare the Egg Mixture:
- In a small bowl, crack and beat the eggs until smooth.
- Once the sausage is done, pour the beaten eggs over the sausage and stir them together. Microwave this sausage-egg mixture for another 1 to 2 minutes, until the eggs are fully cooked.
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Separate the Biscuits:
- While the sausage and egg mixture is cooking, separate each biscuit from the can into three sections. You can use the flaky layers as a guide to divide the biscuits evenly.
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Prepare the Muffin Pan:
- Lightly grease a muffin tin (with 12 muffin cups). Place one section of biscuit dough into each cup, pressing it down gently to form a base. Make a slight indentation in the center of the dough using your fingers or the back of a spoon to create room for the filling.
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Mix in the Cheese:
- While the sausage-egg mixture is still hot, add the sharp cheddar cheese and stir until the cheese melts into the mixture. The recipe calls for 1 cup, but feel free to add more to suit your taste (I often use extra cheese for a richer flavor).
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Fill the Biscuit Cups:
- Using a teaspoon, carefully spoon the sausage, egg, and cheese mixture into each biscuit cup. Make sure the filling is evenly distributed among all 24 cups.
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Bake the Sausage Cups:
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 8 minutes, or until the biscuit dough is golden and the filling is set. Be mindful of the bottom of the biscuits—they can burn quickly if left too long in the oven.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once the Sausage Cups are baked to perfection, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving. These make a perfect grab-and-go breakfast or a tasty addition to a brunch spread.
Additional Tips for Best Results
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Biscuit Separation Tip:
Separating the biscuits into three sections can be tricky, but don’t worry if the pieces aren’t perfectly uniform. Even a single strip of the flaky biscuit dough can form a nice cup shape. The goal is to ensure there’s enough dough to hold the filling securely, without it being too thick. -
Make It Your Own:
Feel free to get creative with this recipe! I’ve found that using Jimmy Dean Maple Sausage adds a delightful sweetness to the dish that pairs beautifully with the savory cheese and eggs. You can also experiment with other types of sausage or cheese to customize the flavor to your liking. -
Egg Variation:
While the original recipe calls for 4 eggs, I’ve recently started using 6 eggs, which makes the filling a bit fluffier and more substantial. My husband swears that they taste even better this way, so I highly recommend giving it a try if you like a heartier filling. -
Watch the Baking Time:
The original recipe suggests cooking the biscuit cups according to the package directions for Grands biscuits, but I’ve found that this often results in the bottoms burning. Depending on your oven, you may need to reduce the baking time slightly or check the biscuits frequently during the last few minutes of baking to ensure they don’t get too dark on the bottom.
Yield
This recipe makes 24 delicious biscuit cups. If you have a large family or are serving these at a gathering, you may want to double the recipe, as they tend to disappear quickly!
Review Highlights
Rating: 5 stars
Review Count: 7
Reviewers have raved about how easy and satisfying this recipe is. One mom noted that even her kids, who are picky eaters, couldn’t resist these cheesy, sausage-filled biscuit cups. They’re perfect for busy mornings or as a simple brunch option when you need to feed a crowd without spending hours in the kitchen.
Enjoy these savory, cheesy Sausage Cups with your family for breakfast or brunch. Whether you’re hosting a weekend brunch or looking for a quick and easy breakfast option, these biscuit cups are sure to impress everyone at the table.
