Copycat Sausage McMuffin with Egg – Fast Food Flavor, Made at Home

Recreate the iconic Sausage McMuffin with Egg right in your own kitchen with fresh, flavorful ingredients. This breakfast classic features a juicy sausage patty, a perfectly round egg, melty American cheese, and a toasted English muffin—hot, satisfying, and made with love.

🍽 Ingredients (Servings: 2)

2 English muffins, split and toasted
2 sausage patties (store-bought or homemade – see tip)
2 large eggs
2 slices American cheese
Butter, for toasting
Salt and pepper, to taste
Non-stick cooking spray

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Toast the Muffins:
🍞 Lightly butter the English muffin halves and toast them on a skillet or in a toaster until golden brown. Set aside.

2️⃣ Cook the Sausage Patties:
🥓 In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage patties until browned and fully cooked (about 3–4 minutes per side). Keep warm.

3️⃣ Fry the Eggs McStyle:
🍳 Spray a round egg ring (or mason jar lid) with non-stick spray and place in the skillet. Crack an egg into each ring. Add a tablespoon of water to the pan and cover with a lid to steam. Cook 2–3 minutes until set. Season with salt and pepper.

4️⃣ Assemble:
🧀 On the bottom half of each toasted muffin, place a slice of cheese, followed by the hot sausage patty, the cooked egg, and the top muffin half.

5️⃣ Serve:
☕ Enjoy immediately with a side of hash browns and your favorite morning beverage!

📦 Amazon Must-Haves to help you create the best Copycat Sausage McMuffin with Egg

🍳 Egg Rings (Non-Stick) – Achieve that signature round egg shape.
🥩 Breakfast Sausage Press – Shape perfect patties just like McD’s.
🍞 English Muffins – The classic breakfast sandwich base.
🧀 American Cheese Slices – Melts just right for that fast-food bite.
🔥 Nonstick Skillet – Cooks eggs and sausage evenly with no mess.
☕ Coffee Warmer Plate – Keep your coffee hot while you cook.

💡 Helpful Tip

Make your own sausage patties by mixing ½ lb ground pork with ½ tsp each of salt, pepper, sage, thyme, and a pinch of brown sugar. Shape into thin patties and chill before cooking for maximum flavor and structure.