rewrite this title Turkey Breakfast Sausage

Calling all savory breakfast fans! Make these easy do-ahead breakfast sausage patties and you’ll wonder why you ever went with the store-bought variety. With a touch of sweetness from maple syrup, a bit of savory sage, and 21 grams of protein per serving, they’re just the thing to fuel your morning. Plus you can freeze the unused patties for future breakfasts.

Pair this with some fruit and whole grain toast for a complete meal.

Active time: 10 minutes | Total time: 20 minutes

Turkey Breakfast Sausage

Ingredients

1 lb (454g) ground 85/15 turkey
1 tbsp maple syrup
1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped
1 tbsp ground flaxseeds
1 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp ground sage
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper
Cooking spray

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, maple syrup, parsley, flaxseeds, salt, sage, garlic powder, black pepper, and crushed red pepper. Stir until combined.

Using a 1/4-cup measuring cup, portion the mixture and form into patties about 1/2-inch thick.

Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with cooking spray. Cook the patties for about 3 minutes per side, or until browned, crusty, and no longer pink in the center with an internal temperature of 165°F. Reduce the heat if the patties begin to brown too quickly.

To freeze, arrange the patties on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze until solid. Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. To cook from frozen, heat in a skillet over medium-low heat, turning occasionally, for 10–12 minutes, or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (73°C).

Serves: 4 | Serving Size: 2 patties

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 272; Total Fat: 18g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 85mg; Sodium: 660mg; Carbohydrate: 5g; Dietary Fiber: 1g; Sugar: 3g; Protein: 21g

Nutrition Bonus: Calcium: 3%; Iron: 14%; Potassium: 73mg; Vitamin A: 7%; Vitamin C: 9%

Originally published November 2020; Updated May 2026