Air fryer breakfast sausage are homemade breakfast sausage patties cooked in the air fryer that are high protein, low sodium, and great for meal prep. Can be frozen from make ahead breakfasts.
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About Air Fryer Breakfast Sausage
This Air Fryer Breakfast Sausage recipe is based on my recipe for low sodium sausage, which can be cooked in the skillet, oven, or air fryer.
Dedicated to the air fryer method of making homemade sausage patties, this post also has all the details for how to make frozen air fryer sausage and reheat it in the air fryer.
You'll love this easy recipe with simple ingredients that's great for meal prep. Plus, in the air fryer, it takes even less time to cook than the oven.
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Ingredients
Ground Meat: Lean ground turkey is what I typically use, but ground chicken, ground pork, and ground beef will all work well. A combo of ground meats can also be used.
Maple syrup: Maple syrup adds depth of flavor to the sausage breakfast patties with a touch of sweetness, but it's optional. Use 100% real maple syrup for the best flavor. Brown sugar can be used or omit the maple syrup entirely.
Spices: For seasoning, combine garlic powder, ground sage, ground thyme, cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes, nutmeg, and salt. Fennel seed can also be added, but I often forget it. Black pepper is another optional spice.
Recipe Cost
- ground turkey 2 pounds: $8.52
- maple syrup 1 tablespoon: $0.15
- garlic powder 1 teaspoon: $0.08
- ground sage ½ teaspoon: $0.12
- ground thyme ¼ teaspoon: $0.03
- cayenne pepper ¼ teaspoon: $0.02
- ground nutmeg ⅛ teaspoon: $0.03
- salt ⅛ teaspoon: $0.01
TOTAL COST: $8.96 or $0.75/serving (Based on San Diego grocery stores 2024)
Note that this is not the recipe; it's simply to show the cost breakdown of ingredients. Scroll down to the full recipe to see the specific ingredients and directions.
Budget-Friendly Tips
- Look at the price per ounce or pound on ground meat to get the best deal.
- Buy larger or "family-sized" containers of ground meat since they usually cost less per pound.
- Frozen ground turkey can also be less expensive.
- Freeze leftover ground turkey that you won't have time to cook to prevent food waste (which saves on your food budget as well). Or make Hoisin Ground Turkey Lettuce Wraps, Greek Quinoa Turkey Burgers, Turkey Meat Sauce and Spaghetti Squash, or Healthy Taco Casserole.
How to Cook Breakfast Sausage in Air Fryer
- Step 1: Stir together ground turkey, spices, and maple syrup.
- Step 2: Shape into patties.
- Step 3: Place the sausage patties in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Step 4: Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until done.
Food Safety Tip
Use a meat thermometer to make sure the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Recipe Tips
For best results, stir together the spices before adding them to the ground meat so it's evenly coated.
Make-Ahead Ideas
This is perfect for making ahead. Simply prepare as directed, and store as directed here:
Storage Suggestions
Store the cooked sausages in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 6 days or in the freezer for up to 6 weeks. I prefer to use a freezer bag so you can remove the excess air and prevent freezer burn.
To reheat from fresh:
- In the air fryer: Add sausage patties to the basket of the airfryer at 350°F and heat for 2-4 minutes until warmed through.
- In the microwave: Place sausage on a microwave-safe plate, and heat for 30 seconds at 100% power. Flip and microwave for another 30-45 seconds until warm.
- In a skillet: In a dry skillet over medium heat, place sausage patties and cook for about 3 minutes per side until warm.
To reheat from frozen:
- In the air fryer: Add sausage patties to the basket of the airfryer at 350°F and heat for 4-6 minutes until warmed through.
- In the microwave: Place sausage on a microwave-safe plate, and heat for 45 seconds at 100% power. Flip and microwave for another 45-60 seconds until warm.
- In a skillet: In a dry skillet over medium heat, place sausage patties and cook for about 3-5 minutes per side until warm.
Variations
Ingredient Substitutions
Want an Italian sausage flavor? Add an extra 1 teaspoon of salt-free Italian seasoning with the other spices.
Add 1 teaspoon of fennel seeds and/or salt-free Italian seasoning for more flavor.
Alternative Prep and Cooking
Make homemade breakfast sausage patties in the oven or on the stove top. Learn more in this post on Low Sodium Sausage.
How to Make Allergy-Friendly
These air fryer sausage patties are naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free, and nut-free. If you want them to be salt-free, omit the salt.
For sugar-free homemade breakfast sausage, omit the maple syrup.
Frequently Asked Questions
The cooking time will vary based on if you are using fresh raw sausage, frozen raw sausage, or frozen cooked sausage patties.
For raw sausage patties, cook for 8-10 minutes in the air fryer at 400F. For frozen raw sausages, cook for 15-20 minutes. If you are reheating cooked sausage patties from frozen, cook for 4-6 minutes. If they are cooked from the fridge, air fry for 2-4 minutes.
Yes, homemade sausage can be very nutritious. Full of antioxidant-rich spices, protein, and various vitamins and minerals like Vitamin B12, zinc, and selenium.
Nutrition Benefits
Not only is this a delicious breakfast sausage, it's also nutritious!
One serving is a good source of zinc, phosphorus, riboflavin (Vitamin B2), and pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5). They are a great source of selenium, niacin (Vitamin B3), Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B12.
Plus, they have 6% daily value of iron and 7% daily value of choline.
What to Serve with Air Fryer Breakfast Sausage
For a simple breakfast, serve a few sausage patties with a side of hash browns and a piece of fruit. Or pair with a Berry Greens Smoothie or Pumpkin Pie Smoothie for extra veggies, protein, and fiber.
Make a hearty breakfast sandwich by placing a sausage patty topped with a slice of cheese on an English muffin. You can even add a fried egg if you want.
Homemade air fryer breakfast sausage a great protein choice to serve with Crockpot French Toast Casserole.
Serving Tip
Great for busy mornings, you can pop homemade frozen breakfast sausage patties in the air fryer for an easy breakfast.
Final thoughts:
This easy air fryer recipe for homemade sausage if great because it can be enjoyed as fresh breakfast sausages or frozen for later.
Whether you want chicken sausages, turkey sausage, pork sausage, beef sausage, or a combo, you'll love this recipe.
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Air Fryer Breakfast Sausage Patties
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground turkey lean
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup optional
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ground sage
- ¼ teaspoon ground thyme
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the airfryer to 375°F.
- Mix all of the ingredients together in a bowl.
- Form sausage into patties.
- Put the sausage patties in a single layer and bake for 8-10 minutes.
- Flip halfway through cook time. Cook until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
Notes
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Air Fryer Breakfast Sausage Patties Nutrition Facts
Nutrition facts are based on using 93/7 lean ground turkey
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