How to Cook Sausage Patties in the Oven
This oven-baked sausage patties recipe is SO EASY! Juicy, evenly cooked patties with minimal effort—perfect for a delicious breakfast.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 16 oz Breakfast Sausage ground pork or preferred sausage
- Salt to taste
- Black Pepper to taste
- Garlic Powder to taste
- Onion Powder to taste
- Cooking Spray or Oil for greasing the baking sheet
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure the patties brown beautifully.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray or oil for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the 16oz of breakfast sausage with your chosen seasonings (salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder). Mix thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly.
- Shape the sausage mixture into about 8 even patties, each approximately 1/2 inch thick.
- Arrange the patties spaced evenly on the prepared baking sheet to allow proper cooking.
- Bake the sausage patties in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through to achieve even browning.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure it has reached 160°F (71°C) for safe consumption.
- Remove the patties from the oven and let them rest for a minute before serving hot with your favorite breakfast sides.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Meat Thermometer
- Mixing Bowl
Notes
- Prepare patties up to 24 hours in advance and store in the fridge for convenience.
- Freeze patties in a single layer then transfer to freezer bags for up to 3 months; bake from frozen with extra cooking time.
- Customize seasonings or try leaner sausage options like turkey for healthier variations.