8 Minute Easy Air Fryer Breakfast Sausage Patties
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One of the easiest air fryer recipes you’ll ever make!
8 Minute Easy Air fryer Breakfast Sausage Patties are a breakfast side dish you’ll want to make over and over again. Enjoy for both breakfast and dinner!
To make a complete breakfast, pair air fryer sausage patties with Breakfast Potatoes and this delicious Onion and Bacon Quiche.
Original Recipe: January 2023 | Updated: August 2023
Breakfast is a big deal in my house—my husband and son absolutely love it! I’ve definitely got our routine down to a science, and using the air fryer for sausage patties has become one of my favorite breakfast hacks. Not only does it keep the mess contained (no more grease splatters all over the stovetop!), but it’s also one less thing I have to babysit while everything else is cooking.
When I’m whipping up a full breakfast, things get busy—sausage gravy and eggs on the stove, drop biscuits in the oven, and pancakes on the griddle. Making the sausage in the air fryer is the perfect way to keep everything running smoothly!
We also love making asparagus and ham quiche, breakfast tortilla pizzas, and peanut butter baked oatmeal for breakfast.
Why you’ll love making sausage patties in the air fryer
- Quick and effortless: Cooking breakfast sausage in the air fryer couldn’t be easier. Just pop them in, and they’re ready in no time with minimal effort!
- No grease splatters: Unlike pan-frying, you won’t have to deal with grease splattering all over your stovetop. The air fryer keeps the mess contained.
- Minimal cleanup: Outside of a quick wipe down of the air fryer basket, there’s practically no mess to deal with. No greasy pans to scrub!
- Perfect for meal prep: Make a batch of sausage ahead of time and you’ll have breakfast ready for the week. Just reheat and enjoy on those busy mornings!
- Less greasy: The air fryer allows excess fat to drip to the bottom, so the sausage isn’t sitting in grease. Just transfer the patties to a paper towel afterward to soak up any remaining fat for an even lighter option.
What kind of sausage should I use
Breakfast Sausage
The fastest breakfast sausage to use is the kind that has already been seasoned, like R. B. Rice or Jimmy Dean sausage. These sausages have been seasoned with a blend of sage, thyme, salt and pepper. Italian sausage is not considered breakfast sausage.
Ground Pork
If you want to make homemade breakfast sausage patties use ground pork and add garlic powder, fennel seeds, paprika, sea salt and pepper.
Ingredients to make sausage patties in the air fryer
- Breakfast Sausage
- Optional – Maple Syrup
The detailed instructions for making breakfast in an air-fryer basket are below.
How to cook sausage patties in the air fryer
Step 1: For the best results, preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees.
Step 2: Divide sausage into 8 patties.
Step 3: Place raw sausage patties into the air fryer in a single layer. Cook for 5 minutes.
Step 4: Flip sausage and cook an additional 3 minutes or until internal temperature is 160 degrees. Cook time can vary depending on the brand of air fryer you are using.
Step 5: Remove the fresh patties from the air fryer and enjoy!
How to store air fryer breakfast sausage
FRIDGE: To store your air fryer breakfast sausages, place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
FREEZER: You can freeze the cooked sausage patties by placing them in a freezer-safe bag or container and storing them for up to 3 months.
REHEAT: To reheat, simply microwave until the sausage is warmed through, or place in the air fryer for 2 – 3 minutes.
Facts and Common Questions
Some possible substitutes for maple syrup include honey, brown sugar, or agave nectar. Depending on your tastes and dietary restrictions, you can use whichever sweetener you prefer!
The best way to tell if your sausage patties are done cooking is to use a meat thermometer. The internal temperature should be 160 degrees Fahrenheit, which indicates that they are fully cooked.
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Place sausage onto a baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes. Flip the sausage half way through.
Increase the cooking time from 8 minutes to up to 10 minutes if the sausage patties are frozen.
Tips for Making Air Fryer Sausage Patties
- For the tastiest results, avoid overcrowding the air fryer; having too many patties in the basket at once will result in uneven cooking. Plus, leaving space between sausages allows air to circulate all around for even frying and optimum deliciousness.
- Having patience is key; allow enough time for your sausages to cook to perfection in order to get the best results each and every time.
- If you want to cook air fryer breakfast sausage links, follow the same directions for patties below.
Ways to use sausage patties
Breakfast sausage in the air fryer is a versatile and delicious cooking option that can be used in a number of different ways.
- Perhaps the most popular way to enjoy air fryer sausage patties is as part of a hearty breakfast platter, alongside eggs, toast or waffles, and your favorite fruit or yogurt.
- We love to cook breakfast sausage for an easy and satisfying weeknight dinner.
- Place the fresh sausage patties on English muffins to make a quick breakfast sandwich.
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Air Fryer Breakfast Sausage Patties
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound Breakfast Sausage
- 2 tablespoon Maple Syrup Optional
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees.
- Divide sausage into 8 patties.
- Place patties into air fryer in a single layer. Cook for 5 minutes.1 pound Breakfast Sausage
- Flip sausage and cook an additional 3 minutes or until internal temperature is 160 degrees. Cook time may vary depending up on size and thickness of patties.
- Baste patties with syrup before serving. Optional.2 tablespoon Maple Syrup
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Notes
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- For the tastiest results, avoid overcrowding the air fryer; having too many patties in the basket at once will result in uneven cooking.
- If you want to cook air fryer breakfast sausage links, follow the same directions for patties below.
