Description
These Sausage Roll Muffins combine the convenience of a muffin with the savory flavors of a classic sausage roll. Packed with grated vegetables, cheddar cheese, and seasoned Italian sausage, these muffins are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a hearty snack. Served warm with tomato chutney or bacon jam, they’re easy to make and deliciously satisfying.
Ingredients
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Muffin Batter
- 1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp granulated garlic
- 1/2 tsp granulated onion
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1 1/2 cups grated Cheddar cheese
- 1 small grated carrot
- 1 small grated zucchini
- 1/4 cup sliced fresh chives
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large whisked egg
Sausage
- 2 hot or mild Italian sausage casings (removed)
For Serving
- Tomato chutney or tomato bacon jam
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a standard muffin tin or line it with paper muffin liners to prevent sticking.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together self-rising flour, salt, black pepper, granulated garlic, granulated onion, and paprika until fully combined to ensure even seasoning.
- Add wet ingredients and vegetables: To the dry mixture, add grated Cheddar cheese, grated carrot, grated zucchini, sliced fresh chives, buttermilk, and the whisked egg. Stir gently just until all ingredients are combined; avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender.
- Divide batter: Evenly spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup sufficiently but leaving room for the sausage topping.
- Add sausage: Take the Italian sausage meat and divide it into six even portions. Roll each portion into a smooth ball and place one on top of the batter in each muffin cup.
- Bake until golden: Place the muffin tin into the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center of the muffin portion without sausage comes out clean.
- Serve: Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Garnish with additional fresh chives if desired and serve warm alongside tomato chutney or tomato bacon jam for dipping.
Notes
- Ensure the sausage casings are removed before dividing and forming the sausage topping.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense muffins.
- Feel free to substitute the buttermilk with a mixture of milk and lemon juice or vinegar if buttermilk is unavailable.
- These muffins are best served fresh but can be reheated in the oven for a few minutes.
- Paper liners make cleanup easier but greasing the pan alone also works.
- Adjust the spice level by choosing mild or hot Italian sausage according to your preference.
