Caffeine Free Air Fryer Breakfast Sausage
Mornings just got a whole lot more satisfying with these homemade breakfast sausage patties cooked entirely in the air fryer. Ground pork gets seasoned with a warm, aromatic blend of sage, thyme, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of heat from optional red pepper flakes — plus a touch of maple syrup if you like a subtle sweet-savory balance. The air fryer does the heavy lifting here, delivering deep golden-brown patties with a satisfying crust and juicy interior without the splatter of a stovetop skillet. Because everything is made from scratch with whole spices and fresh pork, there's no need to scrutinize store-bought labels for hidden additives or mystery ingredients. Flipping halfway through ensures even browning on both sides, and pulling them at an internal temperature of 160°F means they're perfectly cooked every time. These patties are the kind of breakfast staple you'll want to make on repeat — simple, bold, and completely built from your own pantry.
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4 servings
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 tsp dried sage
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, sage, thyme, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes and maple syrup if using. Mix with your hands until the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the meat, about 30 seconds — stop as soon as the mixture is uniform to keep the texture tender.
- 2
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and press each into a round patty about 3 inches wide and 1/2 inch thick. Slightly thinner edges help the patties cook evenly.
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