Making homemade breakfast sausage patties is simple and yields far better flavor than store-bought varieties. These savory pork patties are perfect with eggs, French toast, pancakes, or tucked into an English muffin or biscuit for a hearty sandwich.
These breakfast sausage patties are great to prepare ahead of time for busy mornings. I often make a batch with toast and eggs or use them in a homemade sausage breakfast sandwich. The seasoning mix is flexible, so you can adjust sweetness, heat, and herbs to suit your taste. Once you try them, they may become your new favorite breakfast staple.
Table of Contents
- Why you’ll love this recipe
- Ingredients
- How to make Breakfast Sausage Patties
- Substitutions
- Variations
- Storage / Freezing
- Top tip
- FAQ
- Breakfast Sausage Patties Recipe
Why you’ll love this recipe
- From-scratch sausage patties are quick to make and taste fresher than store-bought options.
- The recipe uses simple pantry spices and one pound of ground meat.
- You can easily tweak the seasoning—sweeten, spice, or herb it to your preference.
Ingredients
The ingredient list is straightforward. Aside from the ground pork, the rest are common seasonings you may already have on hand:
- Ground pork (1 lb)
- Brown sugar – for a touch of sweetness
- Garlic powder
- Sage – a classic breakfast sausage herb
- Salt and black pepper
- Crushed red pepper – optional, for heat
- Poultry seasoning
- Paprika
- Onion powder
See the recipe card below for exact quantities.
How to make Breakfast Sausage Patties
Making these patties is quick and straightforward. Follow these steps for juicy, flavorful sausage:
- Whisk together all dry seasonings in a bowl until well combined. Add to the ground pork and mix gently until spices are evenly distributed.
- Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
- Divide into 8 equal portions and shape into round patties.
- Cook in a skillet over medium heat about 4 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through. Internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C).
Substitutions
If you need to swap ingredients, here are easy alternatives:
- Meat: Ground pork is traditional, but ground turkey, chicken, or beef can be used. Adjust seasonings to suit the chosen meat.
- Herbs: If you’re out of sage or poultry seasoning, try a small amount of thyme or rosemary as a substitute, keeping an eye on overall balance.
Variations
Customize the patties to match your taste:
- Spicy: Increase crushed red pepper or add cayenne for more heat.
- Maple: Replace brown sugar with maple syrup or add a tablespoon for a sweet maple sausage; a pinch of nutmeg complements the flavor.
Storage / Freezing
Storage: Raw seasoned sausage can be kept in the refrigerator for 1–2 days. Cooked patties will keep 3–5 days refrigerated.
Freezing: Both raw and cooked patties freeze well for 1–2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating or cooking.
Top tip
Use a meat thermometer to ensure each patty reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) for safe and juicy results.
FAQ
Answers to common questions about this recipe:
Yes. Pork is traditional, but ground chicken, turkey, or beef work well. Expect differences in flavor and texture and adjust seasonings as needed.
Yes. Mix and shape the patties, then refrigerate up to 24 hours before cooking. You can also freeze raw or cooked patties for up to 1–2 months; thaw in the refrigerator before cooking or reheating.
Breakfast Sausage Patties Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tsp Brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Sage
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 1/2 tsp Crushed red pepper
- 1/4 tsp Poultry seasoning
- 1/4 tsp Paprika
- 1/4 tsp Onion powder
- 1 lb Ground pork
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients except the pork.
- Whisk to evenly distribute the seasonings.
- Add the ground pork and mix until the spices are well distributed.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Divide the mixture into 8 portions and form into patties.
- Cook in a skillet over medium heat about 4 minutes per side, until browned and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Notes
Always check that sausages reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) with a meat thermometer for safety and best texture.
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