Name: Maple Breakfast Sausage
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 ½ pounds ground pork; 1 ½ teaspoon kosher salt; ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste); 1 teaspoon minced dried garlic; ½ teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon dried rubbed sage; 1 frozen waffle (torn into small pieces); ¼ teaspoon maple flavoring; 2 Tablespoons real maple syrup

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This homemade Maple Breakfast Sausage recipe uses real maple syrup, making a sweet-and-savory flavor that’s freezer-friendly for quick, easy breakfasts anytime.

Maple breakfast sausage patties plated with an egg.

This easy homemade sausage recipe is simple, flavorful, and perfect for make-ahead breakfasts. Mix, patty, and freeze for quick, no-stress mornings. These are easy to cook in a skillet or air fryer.

A frozen waffle? Yes, really! The waffle not only adds a fun, toasty twist but also gives the patties a fantastic texture that will have everyone asking what your secret is.

Whether you’re meal prepping for busy weekdays or cooking a big weekend brunch, these homemade sausage patties, drizzled with real maple syrup, are sure to be a hit!

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Ingredients

Ground pork
Frozen waffle
Maple flavoring
Real maple syrup
Spices: kosher salt, crushed red pepper flakes, minced dried garlic, ground black pepper, dried rubbed sage.

Recipe tips

Place wax paper between each patty and store in a freezer bag to cook later.
Complete your breakfast plate with a waffle and egg.
Cook frozen sausage patties in the air fryer.

How do I make Maple Breakfast Sausage?

Step 1: Place the ground pork into a large bowl.

Step 2: Sprinkle all the seasonings over the ground pork. Then, add small waffle pieces, about the size of a nickel, into the seasoned pork and mix well.

Ground pork seasoned with spices and pieces of waffle in a glass bowl.

Step 3: In a separate small bowl, combine the maple flavoring and maple syrup. Stir to combine, then pour the mixture over the bowl of ground pork.

Step 4: Using a fork, lightly mix the pork, seasonings, and maple mixture until evenly combined. Be careful not to over-mix the meat to keep the patties tender.

Step 5: With clean hands, shape the pork mixture into 8 to 10 patties. For best texture, handle the meat gently.

Hand holding a seasoned ground pork patty.

Step 6: Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the number of patties you want to cook and reduce the heat to medium. Brown the patties on the first side before flipping. Cook until the patties are no longer pink in the center and have reached an internal temperature of 160 degrees F.

Breakfast plate of maple breakfast sausage with a side of eggs and waffles.

Can I make the patties ahead of time and freeze them?

Yes, if you plan to make these pork sausage patties to use at a later time they can easily be frozen. Place a piece of wax paper between each patty and add them into a freezer bag.

Frozen patties may be kept frozen for up to 6 months before cooking.

How long do cooked sausages last in the fridge?

Refrigerated cooked sausages can be stored in an airtight container at 40 degrees F or below for up to 4 days. After that, the risk of foodborne illness increases.

Can I cook breakfast sausage in the air fryer?

To cook Maple Breakfast Sausage in the air fryer, place a single layer of patties in the air fryer and cook at 400 degrees F for 8 to 10 minutes. Or until the internal temperature is 160 degrees F. Frozen patties may take longer, adjust time as necessary.

Other Breakfast Sausage Recipes

We love easy and delicious sausage recipes that make the most out of our homemade sausage. This Sausage Breakfast Skillet has potatoes and even corn, making it a balanced breakfast to get you going. Or try a Crustless Sausage and Cheese Quiche for an easy oven-baked breakfast.