The Weight Watchers Breakfast Muffins with sausage, egg, and cheese are a good solution for anyone out there wanting to eat a delicious breakfast muffin full of flavors and nutrition without needing to compromise on fats, calories, and WW points. These muffins include creaminess from the low-fat cheese and lean protein from turkey sausage and eggs. The Weight Watchers Breakfast Muffins with sausage, egg, and cheese are a perfect option for Weight Watchers or anyone who wants to reduce calories while keeping the diet full of nutrition and flavors.
STATS:
- Caloric count: 130 kcal
- Prep time: Ten minutes
- Portion size: One muffin
- Cook duration: Twenty-five minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Total time: 35 minutes
- Course: Breakfast / Snack
- Diet: Weight Watchers
- Serving: 12 muffins
EQUIPMENT:
- Measuring spoons & cups.
- Skillet
- Non-stick cooking spray
- Whisk
- Mixing bowl
- 12-cup muffin tin
INGREDIENTS:
- ½ cup of skim milk
- 1 cup of cooked lean turkey sausage crumbles
- 8 large eggs
- ¼ cup of chopped onion
- Three-quarters cup of low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ tsp of salt
- One-half cup of chopped bell peppers
- ¼ tsp of garlic powder (optional)
- Cooking spray
- ¼ tsp of black pepper
INGREDIENT NOTES:
EGGS:
- This ingredient naturally gives a structure to the muffins. For an alternative, use egg whites.
TURKEY SAUSAGE:
- This sausage is a source of protein with low fat. For an alternative, use chicken sausage.
SKIM MILK:
- This ingredient helps in keeping these muffins moist without including much fat. For an alternative, use unsweetened almond milk.
LOW-FAT CHEDDAR CHEESE:
- This cheese has less fat but still gives a cheesy flavor. For an alternative, use reduced-fat mozzarella.
BELL PEPPERS:
- These include crunch in the muffins and vitamins. For an alternative, use mushrooms.
ONION:
- Onion provides depth to the muffin flavor. For an alternative, use green onions.
GARLIC POWDER:
- Garlic powder boosts and improves the flavor. Exclude this ingredient if you desire, or use onion powder instead.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Heat your oven to 190°C.
- Take the muffin tin and lightly spray the cooking spray.
- On medium flame, cook the turkey sausage in the skillet until brown.
- Drain any extra fat if necessary, and then put it on side.
- Use a large bowl to whisk eggs, salt, pepper, skim milk, and garlic powder well.
- Now mix in cooked sausage, low-fat cheese, onions, and bell peppers inside the same bowl.
- Put the mixture in the muffin cups equally, about ¾ full.
- For 20 to 25 minutes, bake the muffins until the top becomes a bit firm and light golden.
- Before you remove these muffins from the tray, cool them down for five minutes.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
- To add extra flavor to these muffins, you can include some hot sauce on top.
- To include fiber, you can pair the muffins with whole-wheat toast.
- Serving fresh fruit alongside these muffins is a good option.
TIPS:
- To avoid sticking of the muffins in the tray, use silicone muffin liners.
- You can have a fresh taste of these muffins if you reheat them for 30-40 seconds in the microwave.
- To add more nutrients without adding WW points, you can add kale or chopped spinach.
- To prevent any condensation, cool the muffins before you store them.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Store these muffins in an airtight box for five days.
FREEZER:
- Freeze the muffins in one layer and then put them in a container for 3 months. Directly microwave them in frozen form for 60 to 90 seconds.
FAQs:
Can I make use of egg whites only in this muffin recipe?
- Yes, utilize the egg whites to prepare these muffins. It also helps to lower the calories of these muffins.
Is it okay to include cheese that is not dairy?
- Use plant-based or vegan cheese.
Are these muffins able to freeze without any issue?
- Yes, they freeze perfectly, and you can heat them up quickly as well.
How do I make these muffins spicy?
- Inside the batter, you can include diced jalapeños or some chilli flakes.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 130 kcal
Net carbs: 2 grams
Iron: 1.2 milligrams
Total carbs: 3 grams
Vitamin A: 670 IU
Fiber: 1 gram
Calcium: 110 milligrams
Protein: 13 grams
Serving size: 1 muffin
Sodium: 310 milligrams
Serving: 12 muffins
Potassium: 165 milligrams
Weight Watcher Points: 1-2 points