Description
This Maple Breakfast Sausage recipe combines savory ground pork seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices, sweetened with pure maple syrup for a perfect balance of flavors. Easy to prepare and cooked in an air fryer, these breakfast sausages are juicy, flavorful, and ideal for a hearty morning meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage Mixture
- 2 pounds ground pork
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground sage
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 pinch ground cloves
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
Instructions
- Mix Spices: In a small bowl, whisk together kosher salt, ground black pepper, ground sage, garlic powder, dried marjoram, crushed red pepper flakes, and ground cloves until well combined.
- Combine with Pork: Place the ground pork in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the meat.
- Add Maple Syrup and Mix: Drizzle the pure maple syrup over the spiced pork. Using clean hands, gently mix the ingredients until the seasoning is evenly distributed without overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
- Form Patties: Divide the pork mixture into approximately ⅓ cup portions. Shape each portion into a round patty and place them on a parchment-lined sheet pan or plate to keep ready for cooking.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set the air fryer temperature to 375°F and allow it to preheat fully for optimal cooking results.
- Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Lightly spray the basket of the air fryer with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking of patties.
- Arrange Patties: Place the sausage patties in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding, which can affect cooking quality.
- Air Fry Sausages: Cook the patties in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time. Cook until patties are golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 160°F.
- Rest and Serve: Transfer the cooked patties to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess grease. Let them rest for a few minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute for maximum flavor and tenderness.
Notes
- Stovetop Instructions: After forming the patties, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add patties in a single layer and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 160°F. Work in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding. Drain on paper towels and rest before serving.
- Ensure not to overmix the pork mixture to keep patties tender.
- Use a meat thermometer to accurately check the internal temperature for food safety.
- Adjust crushed red pepper flakes to taste for more or less spice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty (approx. 2 oz)
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 2.5 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
